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#1 New York Times-bestselling author Craig Whitlock’s masterful account of one of the biggest public corruption scandals in American history -- exposing how a corrupt Malaysian defense contractor bribed scores of high-ranking military officers, defrauded the US Navy for millions of dollars, and jeopardized our nation's security.

The Tories’ ancient instinct for survival has vanished, along with any concern for the public good, and Bloody Panico is the prevailing mood

"ARGO meets SPOTLIGHT, as journalist Craig Unger, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of AMERICAN KOMPROMAT and HOUSE OF BUSH, HOUSE OF SAUD, reveals his thirty-year investigation into the secret collusion between Ronald Reagan's 1980 presidential campaign and Iran, raising urgent questions about what happens when foreign meddling in our elections goes unpunished and what gets remembered when the political price for treason is victory. It was a tinderbox of an accusation. In April 1991, the NEW YORK TIMES ran an op-ed alleging that Ronald Reagan's 1980 presidential campaign had conspired with the Iranian government to delay the release of 52 American hostages until after the 1980 election. The Iranian hostage crisis was President Jimmy Carter's largest political vulnerability, and his lack of success freeing them ultimately sealed his fate at the ballot box. In return for keeping Americans in captivity until Reagan assumed the oath of office, the Republicans had secretly funneled arms to Iran. Treasonous and illegal, the operation-planned and executed by Reagan's campaign manager Bill Casey-amounted to a shadow foreign policy run by private citizens that ensured Reagan's victory. Investigative journalist Craig Unger was one of the first reporters covering the October Surprise-initially for ESQUIRE and then NEWSWEEK-and while attempting to unravel the mystery, he was fired, sued, and ostracized by the Washington press corps, as a counter narrative took hold: The October Surprise was a hoax. Though Unger later recovered his name and became a bestselling author on Republican abuses of power, the October Surprise remained his white whale, the project he-as well as legendary investigative journalist, the late Robert Parry-worked on late at night and between assignments. In DEN OF SPIES, Unger reveals the definitive story of the October Surprise, going inside his three-decade reporting odyssey, along with Parry's never-before-seen archives, and sharing startling truths about what really happened in 1980. The result is a real-life political thriller filled with double agents, CIA operatives, slippery politicians, KGB documents, wealthy Republicans, and dogged journalists. A timely and provocative history that presages our Trump-era political scandals, DEN OF SPIES demonstrates the stakes of allowing the politics of the moment to obscure the writing of our history"--

With a foreword by Shirin Ebadi, Nobel Peace Prize winner 'A must-read for anyone concerned with human rights in Iran. A gripping, moving and utterly shocking account.' Kylie Moore-Gilbert New introductions written by Shannon Woodcock and Nayereh Tohidi Extended solitary confinement has been condemned as a severe violation of human rights. Yet it is still widely used in Iranian prisons. In White Torture, thirteen women, including Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, share their experiences of imprisonment: harassment and beatings by guards, total blindfolding and denial of medical treatment. Angry interrogators threaten their families and lie about their whereabouts. One prisoner is even told she is dead. None of the women have committed crimes they are prisoners of conscience or held hostage as bargaining chips. Through psychological torture, the Iranian state hopes to remake their souls. These interviews, carried out while each woman was in prison or facing charges, are astounding documents of resistance and integrity. White Torture unveils the rot at the heart of the Iranian legal system and calls on us to act for change.

"The book is relevant to persons interested in public governance, comparative politics and the politics of Brazil, Russia, and the United States. It would also be accessible to Ph.D. and motivated upper-division students, and to practitioners. The arguments are presented rigorously, but also in a captivating manner"--

"For as long as people have been stealing money, there has been an industry ready to wash it. But what happened when our economy went digital? How does the global underworld wash its dirty money in the Internet age? Rinsed reveals how organized crooks have joined forces with the world's most sophisticated cybercriminals. The result: a vast virtual money-laundering machine too intelligent for most authorities to crack. Through a series of jaw-dropping cases and interviews with insiders at all levels of the system, Geoff White shows how thieves are uniting to successfully get away with the most atrocious crimes on an unprecedented scale. The book follows money from the outrageous luxury of Dubai hotels to sleepy backwaters of coastal Ireland, from the backstreets of Nigeria to the secretive zones of North Korea, to investigate this new cyber supercartel. Through first-hand accounts from the victims of their devastating crimes, White uncovers the extraordinary true story of hi-tech laundering - and exposes its terrible human cost."--

This volume is a collection of papers written over the course of forty years. It examines political attitudes, patterns of political behavior, and institutional framework of transition to democracy in Poland. Its contents have been shaped by and provide commentary on the often-dramatic political developments in Poland: the emergence of the massive liberation movement ¿Solidarity¿ in 1980¿81; the dissent against the communist regime in the 1980s; the struggles to pave the roads toward consolidated democracy in the 1990s; and the problems with adaptation to European liberal values in the 21st century that led to democratic backsliding. In conclusion, it presents the cultural and structural background of the cleavage between the proponents of open society and its enemies.

Au départ, l'ancien président Donald Trump a tenté de promouvoir le principe "All Lives Matter" et de rassembler le pays, mais n'a pas eu cet honneur. En fait, ce sont les démocrates qui ont été les premiers partisans du All Lives Matter . Mais en ce qui concerne Trump, les médias ont continué à le vilipender pour sa position All Lives Matter, même après qu'il ait publiquement désavoué l'alt-right et David Duke à de nombreuses reprises. Mais comme ils se sont laissés aller dans un terrier de lapin, pensant que tout le monde oublierait qu'ils prônaient le séparatisme et l'ouverture des frontières, les démocrates doivent désormais gérer ces deux visions sans s'aliéner leurs politiques base. Il est important de noter qu'un pays divisé n'est pas viable dans un pays capitaliste où les gens doivent rivaliser les uns avec les autres pour les emplois et les ressources. Être divisé selon des critères raciaux ne fait qu'alimenter le feu. Les deux ne se mélangent pas. C'est "La nouvelle normalité que notre volonté d'aller à l'extrême nous a apporté. Le pays doit maintenant y faire face. Il n'y a pas de retour en arrière à une époque où les interactions négatives et positives n'attiraient pas la connotation raciste extrême qu'elles ont aujourd'hui. . On peut croire que lorsqu'ils sortent et que leur journée est gênée par quelqu'un qui ne représente pas leur origine raciale et culturelle, tous - de droite ou de gauche - se demanderont si la race a joué ou non un rôle dans cette situation. Voici la leçon. Ne sabotez jamais votre opposition politique en détruisant le pays, tout cela dans le seul but de pointer du doigt les responsables. Parce que, si vous arrivez au pouvoir, vous vous retrouverez avec la tâche impossible d'essayer de convaincre le public que vous ne défendez pas vraiment les politiques destructrices que vous avez propagées juste avant votre ascension. Aujourd'hui, les démocrates portent le sac du séparatisme racial, de l'ouverture des frontières et de la criminalisation de l'opposition politique, essayant de trouver un moyen de revenir sur tout cela. Mais c'est triste à dire, qu'ils soient désormais coincés avec ça. L'extrême gauche a fustigé les idées de toutes les vies comptent et de sécurisation des frontières lorsque Trump était au pouvoir, et maintenant qu'ils sont au pouvoir, ils se retrouvent avec ces idées bizarres, que leurs partisans attendent désormais d'eux. défendre. Sans oublier que les démocrates sont maintenant pro-guerre, ce qui est un autre terrier dans lequel ils sont tombés à cause du syndrome de dérangement de Trump, croyant que Trump était pro-russe/pro-négociation et parce qu'ils ne soutiennent pas Trump, alors ils doivent chercher à être anti-russes et anti-négociations pour se distancier de Trump.

What’s the truth and what’s a lie? What is the difference between misinformation and disinformation? How can I tell the difference?Looking to weaponize information, talking heads and other so-called experts use disinformation and conspiracy theories to prey on our fears and emotions. Why? It can be to get us to act and behave in a certain way. It may be done for some gain like money, power, or even an election.There is so much being done to create and craft messages to counter disinformation but not as much to explain the infodemic itself. Not much to explain science, health and other topics to those unfamiliar with it. To be fair, it can be difficult to explain one’s field or passion because we are immersed in it and know it well. We don’t always know what others don’t know. What seems obvious may not be.That’s where this book comes in. Fake News, Witch Hunts, and Conspiracy Theories is truth-telling through research and education to help you survive the infodemic.

Discover the major political scandals from Nixon to Trump. Find out more about the scandalous presidencies that shaped America. Read about their international origins and international consequences.

WE FAILED TO SEE THE DESTRUCTIVE, HORRIBLE MACHINES BURIED BELOW THE SURFACE OF AMERICAN LIFE.In present-day America, citizens are on the brink of a Civil War. Donald Trump's invasion, as if from another galaxy, has thrown all systems out of whack. The United States is on a collision course with everything the American Dream promised. Trumpism has inserted systems alien to the norms of a free society. Personal freedom as most knew it is all but wiped out by six years of devastating attacks. Trump's minions are waiting for a signal to ignite the final dreadful act. There are pockets of sanity left in the eerily chaotic Trump World and the shell-shocked mainstream must make a hard stand. FOLLOW THE EERILY BIZARRE SIMILARITIES BETWEEN TRUMP'S ATTACKS ON AMERICA AND SCENES OF SCARY CLASSIC HORROR MOVIES PROVING "TRUTH IS STRANGER THAN FICTION."Uncover the whole terrible ominous story of forces that placed Trump in power and enabled his rise.Cut through the gobs of stuff written in books about the Trump rampage and avoid Trump denialism by getting pertinent facts.Compare the searing speech of Donald Trump inciting the January 6th insurrection and the last speech of Jim Jones forching the mass suicide of 900 his members in Jonestown.

Unearth the Dark Side of American PoliticsWhen it comes to politics, the journey from the ballot box to public office is often perceived as a noble path, driven by a desire to serve the public and make a positive impact on society. However, lurking behind the scenes is a darker side of politics, rife with corruption, crime, and their far-reaching consequences. From Ballots to Mugshots: A Study of Political Corruption, Crime, and Consequences in the U.S. peels back the curtain on the insidious world of political corruption, revealing its many forms and the mechanisms that enable it.Delve deep into the world of financial crimes, such as bribery and embezzlement, and explore the abuse of power through coercion, nepotism, and manipulation. The book also examines moral failings, personal indiscretions, and high crimes like treason and espionage that have plagued American politics for centuries. The narrative carefully navigates the intricacies of the judicial process, detailing the path from investigation and indictment to trial, sentencing, and the aftermath of conviction.Authoritative and meticulously researched, this book not only exposes the dark underbelly of American politics but also provides a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms of corruption, from the role of lobbyists and campaign finance to the power of patronage. The book also examines the role of the media, ethics committees, and public vigilance in holding those in power accountable and preventing corruption. The aftermath of political corruption is thoroughly analyzed, detailing its political, social, and personal fallout, as well as the processes that follow a vacant seat and life after conviction.From Ballots to Mugshots also offers a glimmer of hope by discussing potential solutions and preventative measures that can be implemented to curb political corruption and its detrimental effects. The book concludes with a brief history of political crime in America, tracing its roots from the 1700s to the present day, providing a historical context to the issues discussed.This compelling read is essential for anyone interested in American politics, law, and social justice. It provides valuable insights into the dark side of politics and offers practical solutions to combat corruption and restore public trust in the political system. From Ballots to Mugshots is not just a book; it is a call to action for a brighter, more transparent future in American politics.

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Corruption, lies, and deception plague one honest, hard-working, man. Sinister plots devised by his own family lead one dogged IRS representative to his doorstep. A constant barrage of twisted events eventually lead to the discovery of government corruption at its finest. And one poor soul is caught in the middle.

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We believe that rules and laws are in place to protect us. They are what keep our societies from descending into chaos. Without them, how would we know our right from wrong, live comfortably in our communities and be good neighbours to one another? C.L. Skach feels differently. She always believed in the strength of the law - she spent her career in some of the most fractured, war-torn corners of the world, reading and writing constitutions to help fix society. But as she sat alone in a sandbagged trailer in Baghdad after a rocket attack, she admitted what she'd been denying for years: a good society cannot be imposed from above. It comes from leaning less on formal rules, and more on each other.Skach lays out six ideas, informed by everything from civil wars to civil rights struggles, bystander responsibility to mutual aid in the pandemic, to help us build small societies of our own. These ideas sometimes sound simple: share the vegetables from your garden, spend time on a park bench. But taken together they can amount to real, bottom-up change.How to Be a Citizen is a hopeful handbook for a better world - one we can all help build together.

In this revolutionary work, Thomas Brothers reveals the secrets of the American government that have been hidden from the masses. Using a combination of firsthand accounts and primary sources, he exposes the corruption and abuse of power that is rampant in our political system. Bold and unapologetic, this book is a call to action for all Americans who care about justice and equality.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Equal parts Dark Money and Democracy in Chains, Antidemocratic is a riveting yet disturbing history of the fifty-year Republican plot to hijack voting rights in America, its profound implications for the 2024 presidential election, and the crucial role that Chief Justice John Roberts has played in determining how we vote.In 1981, a young lawyer, fresh out of Harvard law school, joined the Reagan administration's Department of Justice, taking up a cause that had been fomenting in Republican circles for over a decade by that point. From his perch inside the Reagan DOJ, this lawyer would attempt to bring down one of the defining pieces of 20th century legislation--the Voting Rights Act. His name was John Roberts.Over thirty years later in 2013, these efforts by John Roberts and the conservative legal establishment culminated when Roberts, now Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, wrote Shelby County vs. Holder, one of the most consequential decisions of modern jurisprudence. A dramatic move that gutted the Voting Rights Act, Roberts's decision--dangerously premised on the flawed notion that racism was a thing of the past--emboldened right-wing, antidemocratic voting laws around the country immediately. No modern court decision has done more to hand elections to Republicans than Shelby.Now lauded investigative reporter David Daley reveals the urgent story of this fifty-year Republican plot to end the Voting Rights Act and encourage minority rule in their party's favor. From the bowels of Reagan's DOJ to the walls of the conservative Federalist Society to the moneyed Republican resources bankrolling restrictive voting laws today, Daley reveals a hidden history as sweeping as it is troubling. Through careful research and exhaustive reporting, he connects Shelby to a well-funded, highly-coordinated right-wing effort to erode the power of minority voters and Democrats at the ballot box--an effort that has grown stronger with each election cycle. In the process Roberts and his conservative allies have enabled fringe conservative theories about our elections with the potential to shape the 2024 election and topple the foundations of our democracy.Timely and alarming, Daley offers a powerful message that, while Shelby was the misguided end of the Voting Rights Act, it was also the beginning of something far darker.