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How the U.S. Uses ‘Aid’ as Soft Power to Dominate the World w/ Matt Kennard

Rania Khalek Dispatches

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Cultural Propaganda and U.S. Imperialism

This chapter examines the historical and contemporary uses of cultural propaganda in shaping U.S. foreign policy, highlighting the narrative of American exceptionalism from the Cold War to the present. It discusses the contradictions of liberal imperialism, the impacts of U.S. soft power on global perceptions, and the destabilizing effects of American military and economic interventions. The chapter critiques the ethical implications of U.S. strategies, raising concerns about the suppression of independent journalism and the disconnect between media narratives and the realities faced by affected nations.

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