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High-Noon Saturday: Restarting the Gaza Genocide?
Feb 12, 2025
Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst with 27 years of experience working with presidents, dives into urgent geopolitical issues. He critiques current U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding the crises in Gaza and the growing tensions with Russia and China. McGovern emphasizes the moral imperatives of war and the urgency for informed collective action. He reflects on the discrepancies within intelligence briefings and the historical context of U.S. relations, urging a deeper understanding of the ongoing global conflicts.
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- The transition from KCRW to Scheerpost highlights the importance of media independence and timely discussions on current geopolitical events.
- Ray McGovern critiques the politicization of intelligence analysis, contrasting it with his apolitical experiences during his tenure as a CIA analyst.
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Transition to Independent Media
The speaker discusses the evolution of his media career, transitioning from KCRW, the NPR station, to founding Shear Post. This change allows for greater flexibility in podcasting frequency and a shift toward more timely discussions of current events. The speaker emphasizes the importance of independence in media ownership, referencing a quote about press freedom being linked to ownership. The support from readers is highlighted as essential for sustaining this new venture.
