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COG Measures & the War on Terrorism Horseshoe w/ Whitney Webb

Aug 1, 2021

Whitney Webb, a renowned journalist and researcher from Unlimited Hangout, joins to dissect the chilling evolution of domestic terrorism labels post-9/11. She explores the state’s crackdown on dissent, especially after the January 6 Capitol riots, and uncovers disturbing parallels to historical government overreach. The conversation highlights how narratives surrounding domestic terrorism impact civil liberties, activism, and public perception, stressing the urgent need for transparency and accountability amidst escalating surveillance and fear.

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Redefining Domestic Terrorism

01:33 • 17min

Unraveling January 6th Narratives

18:04 • 22min

Unpacking Domestic Terrorism Narratives

39:36 • 21min

The Irony of Political Violence and Authoritarianism

01:00:31 • 2min

Echoes of Government Overreach

01:02:28 • 18min

Exploring the Promise Tool and the Oklahoma City Bombing

01:20:04 • 2min

Domestic Terrorism and Legislative Overreach

01:21:58 • 21min

Connections within the Military-Intelligence Complex

01:43:07 • 3min

Surveillance and Security: The Legacy of Total Information Awareness

01:46:01 • 14min

The Chilling Effects of Political Division

02:00:04 • 16min

Exploring Alternative Resistance in a Compromised Electoral System

02:16:20 • 4min