Journalism
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A short history of American journalism until WWI
The history of American journalism is a rich and dynamic tale that spans several centuries, marked by periods of transformation, controversy, and innovation. From its humble beginnings in colonial America to the eve of the First World War, American journalism evolved alongside the nation itself, reflecting its values, politics, and societal changes. This narrative provides… Continue reading
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The CIA and The Media
During the Cold War, the CIA did engage in various covert operations, including the dissemination of propaganda, to counter the spread of communism. These efforts were primarily targeted at foreign audiences through outlets such as Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty. Operation Mockingbird One often-cited example of CIA involvement in media manipulation is Operation Mockingbird.… Continue reading
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“Everything is Propaganda: The Mainstream is Fake and Boring” by Stepan Antonov
“Everything is Propaganda” by Stepan Antonov is a thought-provoking exploration of the modern media landscape, journalism, and the challenges posed by the proliferation of fake news. With his expertise as a freelance journalist and author, Antonov delves into the inner workings of mainstream media, social media, the war in Ukraine, and the complex political dynamics… Continue reading
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Propaganda by Edward Bernays
Edward Bernays’ book “Propaganda” is a groundbreaking work that explores the manipulation of public opinion and the use of propaganda as a tool for shaping social behaviour. First published in 1928, Bernays’ insights and theories on the psychology of mass persuasion remain relevant in today’s modern age, where the dissemination of information and influence has… Continue reading
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Is the media biased towards the establishment?
The question of whether mainstream media is biased towards the establishment is a complex and controversial one. While some argue that the media is biased in favor of the political and economic elite, others maintain that the media is impartial and objective in its coverage. In this article, we will explore the arguments on both… Continue reading
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What is framing?
Framing is a term used to describe the way that information is presented and interpreted by individuals. In journalism, framing refers to the way that news stories are presented to the public. This can include the language used in headlines and articles, the placement of stories within the publication, and the use of images and… Continue reading
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Secret services and the media
The infiltration of Western secret services, such as the CIA, into journalism and the media is a well-documented phenomenon. The practice, commonly known as “Operation Mockingbird,” was first revealed in the 1970s, when a Senate committee exposed the extent of the CIA’s efforts to influence the media. However, this practice has continued to this day,… Continue reading
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Bias in journalism
Journalism, like any other human endeavor, is subject to bias because journalists are human beings who have their own beliefs, values, and opinions. Bias can occur in several ways, such as through the selection of stories, the language used to describe events, and the framing of issues. One reason for bias in journalism is the… Continue reading
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Starting and printing your own newspaper
Starting your own small newspaper can be a great way to share information and news with your local community, while also providing an opportunity for you to express your own ideas and opinions. With modern technology, it is easier than ever to start and print your own small newspaper, and in this article, we will… Continue reading
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A broken media. The priority: being subservient to the US – Nachdenkseiten
This article originally appeared on Nachdenkseiten.de. In the Corona debate, our media turned out to be mostly a committed appendage of the government and the state. The debate about Russia shows how our media is shaped and controlled by US interests. This was highlighted again during the Federal Chancellor’s visit to the USA. Because Scholz… Continue reading
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German media and the new German Chancellor Olaf Scholz – Nachdenkseiten
This article first appeared on Nachdenkseiten.de Before his visit to the USA, the German chancellor is under massive pressure from the German media to act against German interests during his visit to Washington. These interests lie in an understanding with Russia and in a secure energy supply. If many German editors have their way, Olaf… Continue reading
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In people’s mind, Putin has already invaded Ukraine – yet again
A few years ago we published an article called “How to write about Russia”, in which we compiled a list of the omnipresent and obligatory cliches that are employed when Western journalists write anything about Russia. Some thought it was satire. Some just did not take this too well. Journalists tend to be, for whatever… Continue reading
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Western Media publishes maps of Russian invasion of Ukraine
This article is based on a text by Strana.ua Several Western media outlets today published maps showing Russian troops near the border of Ukraine. These maps also show how Russia is going attack in the event of a war, which, according to the publications, may just start. But this is not certain – Putin, allegedly,… Continue reading
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“You should heat your house with your newspaper”: Maria Zakharova replies to Italian journalist Maurizio Molinari
This text was originally published on the webpage of the Russian Embassy in Italy. Of course, some will feel that they can dismiss the text outright for the simple fact that it originates from a Russian State institution. The text, however, methodically deals with a number of the cliches and tropes constantly recurring in Western… Continue reading
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Is East and West Russian propaganda?
Some of the people who have come across East and West articles may have quickly concluded that our own website must be part of that wide infamous disinformation effort backed and organized by the Kremlin, the most powerful disinformation machine in the world, against which we have been warned for the past few years. After… Continue reading
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East and West at 5
Five years ago, in May 2016, East & West was born. 5 years is not a long time ago, but from the perspective of 2021 the year 2016 feels already like a slightly different era. May 2016 was before the Brexit referendum, before Donald Trump‘s presidency, the likelihood of which at the time most experts… Continue reading
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“Independent media” made in USA – Myśl Polska
This article was originally published by Myśl Polska. State television holds the people for a bunch of thoughtless idiots, and this is undisputed. It serves them coarse propaganda on TVP1, TVP2 or TVP Info, which doesn’t make rational people even angry, but rather laugh. Watching the next news sites we see in front of our… Continue reading
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Putin has been waging war on American science for 10 years, writes the New York Times
Putin has waged war on American science and has run a campaign of health disinformation for a decade, the New York Times has argued in an article published on 13 April. According to the New York Times, this is “part of a wider effort to discredit the West and destroy his [Putin’s] enemies from within.”… Continue reading
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The fake news about Russian fake news
Yesterday, once again, Russia was accused of spreading fake news by a European government. It was the UK turn this time, where government officials have rebuttedas fake news the news, reported by the Russian news agency RIA Novosti, that the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who contracted the coronavirus, was put in intensive care on… Continue reading
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Italian newspaper La Stampa: “More military men than help from Russia”
When last Sunday night 9 Russian air planes arrived with medical equipment and personnel, many in Italy felt gratitude for the help delivered in one of the most difficult moments in recent Italian history. Some, however, including La Stampa journalist Jacopo Iacoboni, saw in the delivery coming from Russia, that included Russian military virologists and… Continue reading
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