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From Firewall to Firehose: How the Smith-Mundt Modernization Opened the Door to Propaganda at Home

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Charlie Kirk’s assassination has reignited debate over the Smith-Mundt Act. Once a safeguard against government propaganda, it was weakened in 2012. Now, conservatives are demanding restoration under a new name: the “Charlie Kirk Act.”

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Accountability / bias / Censorship / Freedom of the Press / Journalism / News & Media / Rights and Freedoms

CBS’s Deceptive Editing of Kristi Noem Proves Journalism Has a Credibility Crisis

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CBS faced criticism for editing out crucial context from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s comments about an MS-13 connected human smuggler. This manipulation undermines journalism’s integrity, distorts reality, and erodes public trust. Such selective reporting transforms factual news into propaganda, raising questions about CBS’s commitment to serving the public interest.

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Cable & Streaming / Entertainment / Entertainment & Media / Politics

Netflix Cuts $13.5 Million Check for Colbert—But Do We Really Need Them Anymore?

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Netflix garners attention not for new content but by signing Stephen Colbert to a $13.5 million deal, alongside funding Gavin Newsom’s redistricting project. Critics question Netflix’s shift from entertainment to political influence, pondering if the subscription is still worthwhile amidst rising prices and perceived manipulation of viewers’ beliefs.

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Corruption / Fraud / Global News / Local News / Misconduct / News & Media / The Corruption Series

The Media is the Message—And Monsanto Paid for It: How Corporate Giants Hijack Public Discourse, Science, and Truth

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In 2025, corporate manipulation of truth has become rampant, with agrochemical giants like Monsanto (now Bayer) controlling narratives through media, PR strategies, and legal intimidation. This manipulation stifles journalism and public awareness about environmental and health crises. Transparency and accountability are essential for reclaiming truth in a compromised media landscape.

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democrats / Local News

Maryland Man with 47 Felonies Crowned “Man of the Year” by Progressive Think Tank

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A Maryland man known as “Duke Fresh,” notorious for his extensive criminal background, was named the 2025 “Man of the Year” by The Institute for Progressive Empathy™. His controversial past includes human trafficking and racketeering, but he now champions progressive causes, revealing a complicated redemption narrative that attracts notable endorsements for his Senate campaign.

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democrats / Maryland / satire

Maryland Man with 47 Felonies Crowned “Man of the Year” by Progressive Think Tank

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Baltimore, MD – A Maryland man known only as “Duke Fresh,” who rose through the ranks of organized crime, human trafficking, and the local PTA, was honored Thursday night at …

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