Matt Taibbi

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1/3/2024, 6:33:17 PM
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12. "A FINE LINE GEC ITSELF HAS WANTED TO WALK"

The aide, who hasn't responded to request for comment, blasted the GEC official, saying the issue wasn't brainwashing, but misuse of State resources to target Americans - a line GEC "wanted to walk... not totally unfounded":
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11. "GRAND PLAN TO 'BRAIN WASH' AMERICANS"

The GEC official pleaded with the Appropriations aide not to believe the "conspiracy narrative" that GEC is part of the "U.S. Government's grand plan" to "brain wash Americans":
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10. "NOT THE KIND OF THING WE SHOULD... READ IN THE PRESS BEFORE WE HEAR IT FROM STATE"

The aide was clearly not amused when the "State Department troll" story broke a few days later:
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9. "STORIES ABOUT GEC TARGETING AMERICANS":

Recently. we found unpublished emails about the @IranDisinfo tale while dumpster-diving in the federal FOIA portal. Here, a Democratic Senate aide grills GEC on "targeting Americans," asking if bad press lay ahead:
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8. Last year, http://racket.news/ began filing FOIA requests on GEC in search of contractor names, which are beginning to come in:
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7. No one really knew what GEC did, because its awards were and are kept secret. An Inspector General report in 2020 redacted all but 3 of 39 GEC contractors, but offered the helpful information that most of its money came from the Pentagon:

The statement in question appears to be part of a larger conversation regarding the actions of the Global Engagement Center (GEC) and its interactions with the media and the public. The tone of the statement is critical and investigative, aiming to expose what the author perceives as inconsistencies or issues with the GEC's conduct. The statement includes an image from America First Legal, which seems to be related to a lawsuit and the obtaining of documents that allegedly expose media organizations carrying out state propaganda.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to inform and does not appear to cause harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects privacy and dignity, focusing on the actions of organizations rather than individuals. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement does not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech. [+1]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement encourages understanding of the situation by sharing information. [+1]
  5. Principle 5:
    I will acknowledge and correct my mistakes.
    The statement is part of a dialogue and seems open to correction if new information arises. [+1]
  6. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its influence to shed light on potential issues of public concern. [+1]
  7. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by sharing information and participating in public discourse. [+1]