In recent posts (here and here) we have been talking about the use of propaganda and media in society. The question posed by political philosophers; “Should an educated and informed elite have control over the media so the thoughts of … Continue reading Even More Propaganda!

In yesterday’s post we examined the political philosophy around propaganda; the argument that information must be controlled by the elite of society. The idea is that people are not inclined, altruistic or educated enough to make sound decisions affecting society. … Continue reading More Propaganda!

The following is based on “Manufacturing Consent – The Political Economy of the Mass Media;” a speech given by Noam Chomsky in 1989 that you can watch on YouTube The printing press brought about a fundamental change to the way … Continue reading Propaganda in Modern Society

Vladimir Lenin born Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov (22 April 1870 – 21 January 1924) was a Russian lawyer, politician, political theorist and revolutionary. Lenin was the founder of Bolshevism and the leader of the Russian October Revolution of 1917. His faction’s victory … Continue reading And Case Study 101

James Longstreet (January 8, 1821 – January 2, 1904) was a Confederate general during the US Civil War and was the principal subordinate to General Robert E. Lee. He fought in the Mexican American War and was wounded at the Battle … Continue reading And 93!

John Cabell Breckinridge (January 16, 1821 – May 17, 1875) was a Southern Democrat and youngest vice president (under James Buchanan) in US history. Breckinridge lost a presidential bid against Abraham Lincoln in the 1860 US elections. Breckinridge held pro-slavery … Continue reading Take a Closer Look at Case Study 88

Howell Cobb (September 7, 1815 – October 9, 1868) was an American lawyer, politician and Confederate States Army officer. Cobb served 5 terms in the US House of Representatives and served as Speaker of the House. He also served as … Continue reading It’s Case Study 105

Houthi rebels in Yemen started a rapid advance on 3 September 2026. The rebels captured the town of Mokha (Wikipedia) from the government and gained control of most of the western coast of Yemen. This move threatens shipments through the … Continue reading Trump Backs Out

From 18 November 2025 Above; Trump and Xi sharing a Tibetan joke. Well maybe not, but maybe On 15 November 2025 Japan scrambled warplanes when it detected a drone from Xi Jinpeng‘s People’s Republic of China near the island of … Continue reading Trump Sucks Up

From 30 May 2023 Not ones to waste an opportunity or utilize their assets, the giant man gods of Mordor keep up their assault on the US. The CDC estimates 75,600 people died of fentanyl overdoses in the US between … Continue reading Cartels and Fentanyl from China