t r u t h o u t | The Politics of Lying and the Culture of Deceit in Obama's America: The Rule of Damaged Politics - 0 views
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avivajazz jazzaviva on 25 Sep 09Lies and deceit cause the death of democratic politics, critical thought and civic agency. Contempt for 'truth' is evident in the wild West of FOX News. It's evident in Bush's 'Clear Skies Initiative,' enabling greater industrial air pollution. Language is neutered. Meanings are indeterminate. As Orwell said, "war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength."