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[-] BaroqueInMind@lemmy.one 26 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)
[-] essell@lemmy.world 14 points 3 weeks ago

How would that number change if all those people had access to independent reporting?

[-] UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world 20 points 3 weeks ago

There's an old joke about agents from the CIA and KGB sharing a drink at a pub in Berlin.

"I have to admit, I'm always so impressed by Soviet propaganda. You really know how to get people worked up," the CIA agent says.

"Thank you," the KGB says. "We do our best but truly, it's nothing compared to American propaganda. Your people believe everything your state media tells them."

The CIA agent drops his drink in shock and disgust. "Thank you friend, but you must be confused... There's no propaganda in America."

[-] diablexical@lemm.ee 4 points 3 weeks ago

Joke is going over my head can you explain?

[-] thallamabond@lemmy.world 6 points 3 weeks ago

CIA agent 'drinks the kool-aid'

Cold-war era joke, pre-suppose all us media is 'State' media

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