CIA needs redefined mission editors note
Carl Rowan recounts surgery and notes Clinton Congress debate CIA nominating process. The piece argues CIA needs reform not inquiry, cites covert actions from 1950s to 1980s and critiques Tenet. It proposes transforming CIA into a Library of Congress branch for prudent analysis. Saul Landau of IPS weighs in.
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How Bills Become Law and Lobbyist Influence
A humorous critique explains the legislative process and exposes how lobbyists shape bills. It traces steps from introduction through committees hearings fundraising influence to a signed law, highlighting fundraisers and checks as critical pressure points in policy outcomes.
The Rock film provokes critique of government cynicism
Mona Charen condemns The Rock as a vehicle for anti government paranoia. She argues the plot rewards murder and blackmail by a disgruntled general and suggests Hollywood reinforces mistrust of U S institutions. She links repeated conspiracy themes to voter cynicism and militia fear.
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Today” Show
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Institute For Policy Studies
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International Widget Corp
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Roswell, N.M
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