Propaganda, Civil Liberties, and Preparations For War - Part 2 (1985)

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In part two of the conversation with John Stockwell, the focus shifts to the landmark libel trial involving General Westmoreland and CBS. Drawing from his experiences in Vietnam immediately following the trial's timeframe, Stockwell provides firsthand insights into the individuals involved in intelligence assessments and exposes numerous instances of manipulated and falsified information embedded within these reports.

Continuing the discussion, we explore the expansive scope of CIA operations globally, referencing a Congressional inquiry that unearthed a staggering 50 covert operations ongoing at the time. Analysis spans various regions where the CIA exerted its influence, including surprising insights into activities within the Vatican. Additionally, attention is drawn to the collaborative partnerships the CIA maintained with counterpart agencies in different nations.

This recording, potentially from August 1985 (with content gathered from March 1985), presents a compelling examination of the CIA's multifaceted engagements worldwide, shedding light on covert operations, information distortion, and international alliances.