The Silenced Majority by Amy Goodman & Denis Moynihan Summary
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In "The Silenced Majority," Amy Goodman amplifies voices mainstream media ignores. This NYT bestseller, praised by Noam Chomsky and Susan Sarandon, chronicles resistance movements that challenge power structures. What truths about democracy remain hidden? As Arianna Huffington noted: "crusading journalism at its best."
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Speaking Truth to Power in a Corporate Media Landscape
In today's world where six corporations control 90% of American media, independent journalism has never been more vital. Democracy Now!, founded by Amy Goodman, stands as a beacon of truth-telling in this landscape, giving voice to those systematically excluded from mainstream discourse. From Tahrir Square to Zuccotti Park, from war zones to climate conferences, Goodman's work captures the spirit of resistance movements worldwide that challenge power structures and demand accountability. As corporate media prioritizes profit over public interest, "The Silenced Majority" reminds us that democracy cannot function when the powerful control the narrative. The stories collected here reveal how ordinary people across the globe are fighting extraordinary battles to reclaim their democratic rights against overwhelming odds.
The Betrayal of Hope: Obama's Wars and Broken Promises
The Hidden Wounds: Veterans and the Cost of War
Democracy for Sale: Money, Power, and Political Influence
Climate Crisis and Environmental Justice
From Arab Spring to Occupy: Global Movements for Democracy
The Power of Independent Media in Dark Times
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