Dear CCI Friends,
The subject of this week’s post is not new. We have shared articles in the past on the topic of the ‘official narrative,’ the not-so-subtle context being that an ‘official narrative’ is often a far cry from the truth. Many of the journalists we highly regard have written extensively on this troubling fact of modern life. Propaganda – lies, spin, distortions, what some call “advocacy journalism” – is becoming an accepted norm.
We have also featured articles and interviews by Professor Glenn Diesen, Norwegian political scientist and political commentator, before. This week he made a forceful point before the UN Security Council; “the media socially constructs its own reality.” Please consider the import of his presentation; the fantasy world he describes is the world we live in.
Full Test of Glenn Diesen’s Speech at the UN Security Council
https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/the-information-dimension-of-the
In a follow-up video, Prof. Diesen provided a detailed timeline of how Ukraine was maneuvered into war. It is a short and compelling recitation of facts but we know some of our followers will disagree with his conclusions.
How NATO Sabotaged a Road to Peace
https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/glenn-diesen-natos-war-of-choice
We welcome your thoughts and responses.
Sincerely,
The Center for Citizen Initiatives