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How Think Tanks Laid the Groundwork to Criminalize Protest

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The Influence of Think Tanks and Propaganda Campaigns

This chapter explores the role of think tanks in shaping public opinion and advocating for certain views through propaganda campaigns. It discusses the strategies employed by think tanks like the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) and the connections between wealthy donors, research papers, and educational institutions. The chapter also highlights the sponsorship of think tanks by oil companies and their involvement in spreading business propaganda and influencing public policy.

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