CIA Popularized ‘Conspiracy Theory’ Term to Silence Dissent

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In an era of rampant surveillance, government secrecy, and whistleblower crackdowns, more and more questions have arisen over the actions and intentions of the US government. But regardless of how doubtful we may be of its justifications, we’re taught to just accept the explanation that’s given. And if we don’t – if we openly acknowledge the gaping holes – that … Read More

Catching Rachel Maddow’s Drift

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MEDIA ROOTS — Former Air America radio show host Rachel Maddow has, by now, become MSNBC’s de facto ‘liberal watch dog,’ long since the network kicked Keith Olbermann to the curb and told Cenk Uyger that Washington ‘doesn’t like his tone.’ In a world where the Republican propaganda machine has been able to characterize a network part-owned by software giant … Read More