America This Week Podcast Audio for ATW Live on Monday: "Quiet Skies"
Aug 6, 2024
Tulsi Gabbard, a former U.S. Congress member and political activist, discusses the bewildering surveillance she faces from Air Marshals under the Quiet Skies program. The conversation dives into privacy violations, government overreach, and the implications for civil liberties in a post-9/11 world. Gabbard highlights the media's failure to address critical political issues and warns about the dangers of biased narratives. The talk also touches on the evolving role of vice presidential candidates and challenges in discerning truth amidst a politically charged atmosphere.
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Gabbard Under Surveillance
- Tulsi Gabbard was reportedly placed on the Quiet Skies program, a domestic surveillance program.
- Air marshals, along with bomb-sniffing dogs, were assigned to follow her, according to uncovered DC.
Media Blackout on Surveillance
- Mainstream media outlets have ignored the Gabbard surveillance story, despite its significance.
- This would have been front-page news a decade ago, raising concerns about changing media landscapes.
Quiet Skies Program Revealed
- The Quiet Skies program, a domestic surveillance program, was revealed six years ago by the Boston Globe.
- Thousands of Americans are under surveillance without being charged with any crime, raising concerns about civil liberties.