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A History of the CIA, Coups, and Assassinations w/ Vijay Prashad

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CIA: Cultivating Illusions of Freedom

This chapter explores the complex perceptions of the CIA within American culture, contrasting its glamorized image with its role in U.S. imperialism and foreign interventions. It analyzes historical examples, particularly the U.S. involvement in the coup against Salvador Allende in Chile, and critiques the manipulation of the concept of freedom by Western nations. The discussion emphasizes the need for transparency and nuanced communication in understanding the true impacts of such interventions on global stability.

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