U.S. support for brutal dictators is a source of frustration in the Middle East: Anthony DiMaggio

Anthony DiMaggio is a university professor, writer, political commentator and media expert. He is the author of numerous books, including Mass Media, Mass Propaganda (2008), When Media Goes to War (2010), and Crashing the Tea Party (2011). He has taught U.S. and Global Politics at Illinois State University, and published articles and commentaries in a [...]

Covert operations necessary to combat terrorism, say security experts

Several recent reports have revealed that President Obama issued a presidential authorization allowing secret US assistance for the Libyan rebels fighting to overthrow the brutal dictator Col. Moamar Khadhafi. Just what activities are authorized is murky, but covert action has long been a favorite tool of US presidents. Blog this! Bookmark on Delicious Recommend on [...]