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Part Two: Edward Bernays: The Founding Father of Lies

Behind the Bastards

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Propaganda, Coups, and Civil War in Guatemala

This chapter explores the significant role of propaganda and U.S. interference in the political upheaval of Guatemala, particularly through the lens of the United Fruit Company and the CIA's support of military coups. It examines the devastating civil war that followed, the impact on local Mayan communities, and the broader implications of Edward Bernays' public relations strategies. Personal reflections and humorous anecdotes provide a nuanced look at the lasting scars of war and the complexities of cultural differences.

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