October 25, 2010

Quote of the Day

"This is official evidence that there was a cover-up of crimes, either by turning suspects over or torturing them directly. The truth is the Pentagon Papers did affect public opinion. It did not affect Nixon's policy. I don't have confidence that even a massive change of public opinion will have an effect, but even if there is a small chance it could change policy it is worth it."

- Daniel Ellsberg, lamenting the apathy and lethargy plaguing US foreign policy

Ellsberg had addressed WikiLeaks' press conference in London by saying, "Secrecy is essential to empire."

1 comment:

  1. Secrecy is not a part of a democracy.
    Secrecy is control.
    The shadows behind the curtain make the policy.
    The shadows have only one fear.
    They fear exposure.

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