Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 10/11/24: Jeremy Scahill TELLS ALL: BlackWater, Israel, Cheney's, 2024 Election
Oct 11, 2024
Jeremy Scahill, an esteemed investigative journalist known for his groundbreaking work on Blackwater and U.S. foreign policy, shares his insights into the murky world of private military contractors and the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists. He discusses his challenging interviews with figures like Edward Snowden, the evolving military policies under Biden, and the intersection of corporate interests with governance, especially as the 2024 elections approach. Scahill emphasizes the pressing need for integrity in journalism and highlights the risks journalists face in conflict zones.
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Scahill's upbringing
- Jeremy Scahill's father nearly became a priest but was politicized by the Catholic left during the Vietnam War.
- His father lived in the Catholic Worker House, went to Cuba with Dorothy Day, and became a nurse.
Path to Journalism
- Jeremy Scahill struggled academically but was a voracious reader and activist.
- After dropping out of college, he lived in a homeless shelter and found inspiration in Amy Goodman's journalism.
Meeting Amy Goodman
- Scahill was inspired by Amy Goodman's journalism, particularly her confrontation with Newt Gingrich and coverage of the Dili Massacre.
- He began "stalking" Goodman, sending her letters and attending her events, which eventually led to a job at Democracy Now!