“Labor Day Celebration Music Special” - premiered August 30th, 2013
Special Labor Day radio edition of USTV Media, presented as a special installment of the long-running radio program ‘Around The Fringe’, originally broadcast live on WYSO 91.3 FM public radio. The program featured discussion regarding some of the history behind the creation of Labor Day and its place in the ongoing labor movement, paying homage to the rights and dignity of the working person. It was also primarily a musical celebration of the role of labor in our society, featuring a wide assortment of music recognizing and honoring the lives and struggles of working persons throughout history.
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“David Barsamian: Occupy The Economy” - premiered March 14th, 2013
Presentation by David Barsamian, producer and host of the internationally syndicated Alternative Radio program, at a public gathering at The Little Art Theatre, in Yellow Springs, Ohio, October 23rd, 2012. A noted journalist and author, Barsamian touches on a whole host of important issues, from the state of today’s media, to the increasing militarism in America’s foreign policy, and more. He gives particular focus the structural economic issues raised in the book Occupy The Economy: Challenging Capitalism, which he co-authored with Richard Wolff, Professor of Economics Emeritus at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst and currently a visiting professor at the New School in New York. Wolff has also taught economics at Yale University, City University of New York, University of Utah, University of Paris I (Sorbonne), and The Brecht Forum in New York City.
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“Occupy The Economy: Interview with David Barsamian” - premiered December 24, 2012
USTV’s Andy Valeri talks with journalist and author David Barsamian about his book, Occupy The Economy. Based upon eye-opening interviews with prominent economist Richard Wolff, Barsamian probes the root causes of the current economic crisis, its unjust social consequences, and what can and should be done to turn things around. While others blame corrupt bankers and unregulated speculators or the government or even the poor who borrowed, the authors show that the causes of the crisis run much deeper. Barsamian is the author of dozens of books, and is the producer and host of Alternative Radio. Wolff is Professor of Economics Emeritus at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst and currently a visiting professor at the New School in New York.
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“Citizen Impact: A Discussion on Human Rights” - premiered March 18th, 2009
A special edition of the long running television program “Citizen Impact” produced in concert with UnCommon Sense TV Media, featuring a discussion on Human Rights issues. Issues addressed include questions surrounding legal culpability of former Bush administration officials for the violations of American and International law banning torture, amongst other topics of concern.
The program features special guest Dr. Mark Ensalaco, Director of the University of Dayton Human Rights Studies program and co-founder of the International Human Rights Education Consortium. He also serves as UD’s Roesch Chair in the Social Sciences and is the author of numerous books, including “Chile Under Pinochet” and “Middle Eastern Terrorism”.
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“American Voices For American Values: The Campaign To Ban Torture” - premiered November 10th, 2008
Event at the University of Dayton and sponsored by the UD Human Rights Studies program and the Center for the Victims of Torture, as part of the campaign to promote the adoption of the Declaration of Principles for a Presidential Executive Order on Prisoner Treatment, which unequivocally rejects torture and cruelty to prisoners, and which was signed into law by President Obama on his third day in office. This program features presentations and audience discussions with a number of former high-ranking CIA, defense department and military officials, as well as religious leaders. Co-produced by USTV Media in conjunction with DATV, with live streaming of the event provided by DONet, Inc. (now DataYard)
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“Revolution Rock Radio” - premiered July 4th, 2008
Special Fourth of July radio edition of USTV Media presented as a special installment of the long-running radio program ‘Around The Fringe’, originally broadcast live on WYSO 91.3 FM public radio. This program features hosts Andy Valeri and Max Terrier (aka DJ Scorpious Max) presenting music and information inspired by and for revolutionary and transformative change, including a full reading of the Declaration of Independence (backed by a soundtrack of Jimi Hendrix). Input from listeners was also included within program regarding their take on the meaning of the original American Revolution, it’s pertinence to issues of today, and what kind of revolutionary change people would like to see take place today.
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“America…Is It Over?” - premiered December 27th, 2006
UnCommon Sense TV comes full circle as it returns to the original questions first asked on the premiere program back in 2003; What is the true state of the American nation and what kind of future remains, if any, for the original principles and ideals which inspired it’s establishment as a modern, independent nation state? This episode takes a stark look at the current condition of American politics, it’s uncomfortable descent towards fascism (or “corporatism” as Mussolini first described his new political invention), and the inevitable failure of the nation’s attempts at empire and hegemony. Examples of the numerous danger signs as evidence of this reality are analyzed and discussed. The program closes with a call to overcome the fear these realities can create, and looks to inspire all of us as citizens to rise to action, no matter how small or personal, in confronting and overcoming the current problems we face and fulfilling the real promise and purpose of a truly democratic society as inherent in the principles of the American Revolution.
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“Media Bill of Rights” - premiered November 26th, 2006
An overview on the “Bill of Media Rights” as promoted and advanced by a large coalition of organizations and activists working towards a more democratic media system. The program includes a point-by-point description of the principles inherent in it and required for a media system that is truly reflective of and responsive to the needs and interests of the public. Amongst these discussed are the inherent rights to free expression, and for access to the platforms for being able to receive that expression, particularly those whose accessibility is provide through “net neutrality” and well-funded local public access. The program also features a brief history and overview as to the importance of media to the functioning of, if not the very existence of, a truly democratic society (including segments from the documentary film “Manufacturing Consent”).
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“Paul Rieckhoff, IAVA: ‘Chasing Ghosts’” - premiered October 28th, 2006
Iraq war veteran and the founder & executive director of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America talks about his book “Chasing Ghosts”, which details his experiences in Iraq. Rieckhoff also elaborates on the needs and concerns of our military veterans and how they are being overlooked. This includes both how our nation apportions social and economic support for them, as well as how current political debate on Iraq policy is sorely missing the inclusion of more voices of experience from those who have actually served on the ground there.
Joining the discussion is Paul Hackett, fellow Iraq war veteran and former candidate for U.S. Congress, who weighs in with his own observations and commentary regarding the politics of the Iraq war.
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“Big Media, Little Democracy, Pt.3” - premiered May 21st, 2006
USTV continues its expose on how ever-increasing consolidation of our media systems into fewer and fewer hands of private power is taking place and the extremely dangerous situation this poses to a democratic society. These include not only control over broadcast and journalism outlets, but also the threats this consolidation poses to citizens ability to transmit and send information themselves. Examples of manipulation of news by private interests for commercial gain are discussed, and the real world effects, sometimes with fatal consequences, this can have on citizens. Amongst the examples discussed is the story as featured in the film “The Corporation” of how Monsanto and Fox News effectively prevented a report on the deadly effects of one of their products from being aired.
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“Saving Public Access & Internet Freedom” - premiered April 23rd, 2006
An overview on the very real threats to the future existence of public access television, as well as public access to the internet as we know it today. The program looks at how telecommunications legislation in Washington undermines public access, and removes effective local sovereignty over municipally run public rights of way. Also analyzed are the provisions which would eliminate what is known as ‘net neutrality’, totally transforming the internet from how we know it today into a privately controlled ‘toll road’. This special episode of USTV outlines in detail what these threats are and what citizens can do to actively support the maintaining of these vital media resources.
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“Interview With Phil Donahue” - premiered April 10th, 2006
An exclusive interview with Phil Donahue, the founding pioneer of the television talk show. Phil joins UnCommon Sense TV producer and host Andy Valeri for a lengthy discussion on the state of America’s media system today and the changes it has undergone over the years. Amongst various topics touched on are the growing domination of corporations over our media system, an increasingly uninformed and misinformed electorate, the war in Iraq, the importance of and need for dissent in our politics, and more. A uniquely informal, candid and challenging conversation with one of America’s preeminent media figures.
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“In Their Own Words” - premiered March 12th, 2006
This program takes a closer look at exactly who convicted criminal lobbyist Jack Abramoff is and what was the extent of his role in the GOP and the so-called ‘K Street Project’. How does this relate to Tom DeLay, Sen. Rick Santorum and other important members of the GOP in regards to the solidification of Republican power in government? The program also takes a closer look at what numerous members of Congress insisted were standards for impeachable actions and behaviors in the 1990s, and how they define those same standards today. These questions are analyzed by studying the statements made on the public record by these important figures in American politics.
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“Citizen Impact: UnCommon Sense TV” - premiered March 10th, 2006
Special edition of the live call-in television program “Citizen Impact” featuring USTV Media producers Ed Lacy and Andy Valeri. Discussions revolve around the history and purpose of UnCommon Sense TV, the role and future of public access along with other related communication issues, as well as analysis on the state of our democratic republic.
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“Big Media, Little Democracy, Pt.2” - premiered February 28th, 2006
A continuation of the discussion concerning the ongoing developments in national media policy and the very real world effects those policies are having on the ability of our democratic system to function. The program touches on a number of those effects, including the downsizing of America’s journalistic institutions in the pursuit of commercial profit, and the corrosive role big media plays in our ‘pay-to-play’ political system. The program also looks at media entities such as Sinclair Broadcasting, using their access and control over large portions of the public airwaves to pursue private, commercial agendas at the expense of meaningful journalism and democratic pluralism in the public debate.
The presentation once again utilizes research presented by Dr. Jerry Starr in his report to the Columbia School of Journalism.
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“Big Media, Little Democracy” - premiered February 15th, 2006
This program is the first in an updated series on the ongoing developments in national media policy and the very real world corrosive effects those policies are having on the ability of our democratic system to function. Using research provided by Dr. Jerry Starr, author and Executive Director of Citizens for Independent Public Broadcasting, the program presents a clear picture of how a handful of large scale multi-national corporations are acquiring control over nearly the entire nation’s media assets, and what effect that is having on their role in our society and on our political system.
Also featured is a special presentation of the first annual “Big Media Hall of Shame” inductee awards ceremony, presented by Free Press at the National Conference on Media Reform Conference (you’ll have to watch it to find out who wins).
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“Framing The Public Debate” - premiered February 5th, 2006
A look at what the term ‘framing’ means in political discourse, and how it is used to influence people’s perceptions and perspectives on the issues of the day. Why citizens believe what they do about specific issues is often directly related to how that issue is presented to them in the first place. Featured on the program is exclusive USTV coverage of a presentation by professor George Lakoff, director of the Rockridge Institute, and author of numerous books on the topic, including “Don’t Think of an Elephant: Know Your Values and Frame the Debate” and “Metaphors We Live By” (taped at the Free Press National Conference on Media Reform). The program also discusses some of the specific techniques on how framing actually works and of the influence that private, corporately-funded think tanks have in helping to shape our nation’s populace’s perception of the issues of the day.
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“Phil Donahue and Amy Goodman On The Media” - premiered November 24th, 2005
A live public forum in Dayton, Ohio featuring television pioneer Phil Donahue and Amy Goodman, independent journalist and host of the news program “Democracy Now!”. Speaking out on the current troubled state of our media system, discussion ranged over a number of topics, including the increasing commercialization of our media system and the threats posed to truly independent journalism and the role it was envisioned to play by our nation’s founders. Also discussed were specific examples of how the mainstream media system is co-opted to be a conduit for government propaganda, and the tragic consequences this can have for the future sustenance of our democratic system.
This event was co-produced by UnCommon Sense TV in association with Wake Up Ohio, and with production assistance by Dayton Access Television
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“Greg Palast Reports” - premiered October 30th, 2005
A special edition of UnCommon Sense TV featuring investigative reports produced by journalist Greg Palast. These video features, originally aired on BBC Television and provided to USTV courtesy of Greg Palast, include thorough examinations of the original purposes of the American invasion of Iraq, and the players behind the decision making process. The program also takes a more in depth look at the controversial but incontrovertible stories of George W. Bush’s going AWOL from duty in the Air National Guard, as well as the manipulation of the Florida election in 2000 through the purging of legal voters from the voter rolls by the Jeb Bush administration in order to help insure a victory for his brother for president (both stories originally broken by Greg Palast in 1998 and 2000 respectively).
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“Propaganda: Yesterday and Today” - premiered October 12th, 2005
A look at the use of propaganda by political regimes and the ongoing recycling of similar rationales used in justifying their actions, particularly those employed to initiate plans of war and conquest. Historical comparisons are highlighted through the featuring of the 1940 Nazi propaganda film “Campaign In Poland”, which presented to the world the argument for the German invasion of Poland as a preventive strike in self-defense against “Polish aggression.” Discussion is focused on employing techniques of effective propaganda through the use of the “Big Lie” and how those techniques continue to be applied successfully today. Focus is also given to the principles for which America fought for in the Second World War, and the argument for how those are being subverted today by actions of the current U.S. administration.
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“Truth, Justice and Reconciliation, Pt.2” - premiered July 31st, 2005
Continuation of the forum on human rights and political accountability with Judge Guzman, Peter Kornbluh and others, including questions and dialogue with the public in attendance at the University of Dayton. Other discussants include Mark Ensalaco, Director of Human Rights studies at the University of Dayton, and author of “Chile Under Pinochet: Recovering The Truth”, Bert Lockwood, of the University of Cincinnati Law School and publisher of “Human Rights Quaterly”, and Ted Orlin of Utica College of Syracuse and Director of the International Human Rights Education Consortium.
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“Truth, Justice and Reconciliation” - premiered July 28th, 2005
Exclusive coverage of a forum on human rights and political accountability held in the spring of 2005 at the University of Dayton, featuring Oscar Romero Award recipient Judge Juan Guzman Tapia. He is one of the most important figures involved in bringing former Chilean military dictator Augusto Pinochet to justice for his role in the years of murder and repression that took place in Chile during his reign of power in the 70’s and 80’s. Featured along with Guzman are Peter Kornbluh, senior analyst with the National Security Archives and author of “The Pinochet File”, and Marjorie Agosin, Professor of Spanish at Wellesley College and author of “The Absence of Shadows”.
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“America: A Christian Nation?” - premiered June 12th, 2005
What were the spiritual perspectives and endeavors of the American Revolutionaries? What were their inspirations for founding the nation in the first place and what were their intentions towards the role of religion in our political society? Who was a bigger influence on these prominent Americans? John the Baptist or John Locke? St. Peter or Adam Smith? Leviticus or Voltaire?
These types of questions are looked at and analyzed through such means as reviewing some of the major early documents of the Founders, as well as the architecture, grave sites, money and national regalia and iconography adopted by as national symbols by America’s creators.
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“Filibusted” - premiered May 29th, 2005
An expose on the hypocrisy in American politics today, particularly as it relates to the debate over the use of the filibuster. USTV looks at the history surrounding the use of the filibuster in American politics, and the veracity of the claims by many in the GOP that its use by the minority party on judicial nominations is ‘unprecedented’.
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“DeMockracy: Bush Family Style” - premiered April 3rd, 2005
A look at some of the Bush family history of political and financial connections and the implications they pose to our democratic system. The program features special documentary videos originally produced for BBC Television by investigative journalist Greg Palast. For more on his groundbreaking investigative journalism, as well as information on the DVD release “Bush Family Fortunes”, please visit www.gregpalast.com
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“The New Bush Inaugural Agenda” - premiered March 13th, 2005
The program offers a critical point by point analysis of statements made by President Bush in his second inaugural speech, and the underlining meaning and ramifications of those statements.
Also included in the program are segments of an insightful and provocative interview with famed writer, playwright and historian Gore Vidal, taken from his interview with Amy Goodman of Democracy Now! Vidal illuminates the many contradictions and historical deficiencies inherent in the Bush inaugural declaration.
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“Jim Wallis: ‘God’s Politics’” - premiered March 7th, 2005
A USTV exclusive presentation of Jim Wallis, nationally renowned author, minister, founder and editor-in-chief of the progressive spiritual publication Sojourners, recorded at a public speaking engagement in Kettering, Ohio in support of his book, “God’s Politics: Why The Right Gets It Wrong And The Left Doesn’t Get It.”
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“State of the Union” - premiered March 6th, 2005
A somewhat irreverent yet critical analysis of President Bush’s 2005 State of the Union address.
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“Our Elections - Problems and Solutions” - premiered February 27th, 2005
An overview and update on our electoral system, some of the problems confronting it and efforts underway to address them. The program looks at some of the questionable events which took place in Ohio during the 2004 national elections and the investigations into them, including the congressional investigative hearings held by the Conyers Committee. The program also features an exclusive interview with Ohio election auditors Eve Roberson & Joan Quinn and their perspectives on voting irregularities and what possible evidence of potential voter suppression and vote fraud involved in the 2004 general election.
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“Special Inaugural Edition” - premiered January 20th, 2005
Utilizing documentary footage of a past regime of infamous notoriety, the program presents numerous facts and information in order to bring historical perspective on the acquisition and utilization of power in fascist regimes of the past, and provides comparative context to the current political environment in the United States today.
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“What Happened In Ohio” - premiered January 16th, 2005
An interview with Ohio election auditors Eve Roberson & Joan Quinn, a former California election official and court attorney respectively. They report on the voting irregularities and possible evidence of voter suppression and vote fraud, if any, which took place in the election in 2004. Their research was presented to the Rep. John Conyers congressional committee investigation on voting problems in December in Columbus. Key portions of the committee’s 108-page report filed in January of 2005 were a result of their research.
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“Ohio Voter Suppression Hearings Pt.2” - premiered December 27th, 2004
A continuation of the video documentation of sworn testimonies being compiled in Columbus, Ohio in November of 2004, testimonies used in legal suits and recount motions filed in the state on behalf of the Libertarian and Green parties in regards to vote count irregularities and voter suppression problems in Ohio during the general election. These testimonials were also provided to and included in the U.S. Congressional Investigative report on voting irregularities in Ohio led by Rep. John Conyers (D-MI). Download a pdf copy of this important and informative report here.
Video material was produced by the Columbus-based Neighborhood Network and is provided as a television exclusive by UnCommon Sense TV.
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“The Road To Clean Elections” - premiered December 26th, 2004
Clean elections… How do we get there? Is it possible to create an electoral system that is actually an election and not simply an auction with the office going to the highest bidder? What can citizens do to work for a an actual democratic political system that is designed for maximum participation by all the people, and not simply and exercise in plutocracy?
The program features a special video presentation produced by Public Campaign and hosted by veteran journalist and commentator Bill Moyers on the benefits of clean elections systems already at work in states around the country.
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“Ohio Voter Suppression Hearings” - premiered December 13th, 2004
This program documents the on-the-record sworn legal testimonies given in November of 2004 in Columbus, Ohio by numerous voting technologies experts, poll watchers, voting auditors and a host of citizen voters. These testimonies relay tales of various voter intimidation and/or disenfranchisement activities witnessed or experienced first hand during the 2004 national election in Ohio, revealing a disturbing amount of voting irregularities which took place during that election. The problems detailed in these testimonies outline evidence of problems in the Ohio general election which resulted in widespread voter disenfranchisement, as well as questionable and/or unverifiable election results in numerous precincts around the state.
The video material was recorded by the Columbus-based Neighborhood Network and this program was submitted as evidence by the Conyers Committee on investigations into the problems of the Ohio election. Read the report which details information provided via these testimonies here.
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“Votergate” - premiered December 12th, 2004
Electronic voting; what is it and why do so many consider it a threat to the democratic process? How does it work (or not work), why it is being used and who benefits. Questions are raised as to why public voting, our most sacred civic duty, is being handled by private corporations with partisan agendas. Does this pose a conflict of interest and whose interests are being conflicted?
The program highlights segments of the film, Votergate, a documentary investigating the truth behind new computer voting systems allowing a few powerful corporations to record our votes in secret.
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“Election 2004 - What Happened?” - premiered December 5th, 2004
A look at the role of the media in the election, the use of questionable electronic voting technologies, reports of voter suppression, voter registration tampering and more. Includes viewer insights and feedback to the discussion in regards to what they feel some of the main issues involved were and how they influenced the results.
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“Suppressing The Vote” - premiered November 28th, 2004
What does it mean, how does it take place and how widespread was it during the 2004 election? Whose responsible and how does current electoral law allow for voter supprssion to take place?
These and many other important questions are confronted in regards to this important topic. Included in the program is video documentation of alleged voter suppression activities taking place in the city of Columbus, Ohio during the elections on November 2nd, as well as other video material produced by representatives of Election Protection in Ohio. This was the world television premiere for this video produced by The Neighborhood Network and used as evidence by the Conyers Congressional Investigative Committee and featured on the Michael Moore website.
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“Special Election ‘Filibuster’ Edition” - cablecast October 31st, 2004
Special 7-hour live call-in episode produced on the eve of the all-important national election of Tuesday, November 2nd. The program provided for lengthy interactive discussions with viewers regarding the election, the candidates, and the political process in general. Also featured were numerous video segments from various news and documentary sources, interviews with prominent political personalities, and much more.
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“Election 2004” - premiered October 17th, 2004
A live call-in discussion on the national elections taking place. The program looks at some of the main issues involved, an analysis of the presidential debates, the role of the media in the election, reports of voter suppression and voter registration tampering by certain political parties, and more.
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“Gen. Zinni, USMC (Ret.); Ten Mistakes In Iraq” - premiered October 6th, 2004
A speech by former Marine General Anthony Zinni to the Center for Defense Information (CDI) Board of Directors dinner in 2004. Gen. Zinni was supreme commander of U.S. Central Command, overseeing all American military operations in the Middle East in the late 90s. He outlines his critiques of how and why a number of American policy decisions made in regards to Iraq under the Bush administration are leading American foreign and military policy in the wrong direction. This program features video produced by and provided courtesy of the CDI.
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“The War In Iraq” - premiered October 3rd, 2004
A look at the current state of our armed services today and the toll that is being taken on our servicemen and women as deployment obligations continue to increase due to the deepening hostilities in Iraq and the ever-widening ‘war on terror’. What impact does all of this have on future military readiness and our national security? What is the role of civilian ‘contractors’ in the military today? Will there be a resumption of the military draft? What is happening to veterans benefits and why are they being cut?
Joining the discussion is Jeff Wellbaum, U.S. Army veteran of the war in Iraq who served as an Army Intelligence Analyst with the 3rd Brigade, 101st Airborne Division.
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“Corporate Democracy & USA Inc. Pt.2” - premiered September 19th, 2004
Continued discussion on the role of corporations in our political society and how they have become such powerful, seemingly unaccountable entities, gaining such extraordinary control over our lives?
The program looks at how the original controls over corporations established by our nation’s Founders have been gradually eroded over the years, and the effects this has had on the economic, political and cultural life in our country today. Real world examples of how this is taking place today and what citizens can do to assert their rights and the sovereign rights of their nation in the face of these anational entities is also discussed.
Joining the program for a renewed discussion on these issues is veteran attorney Rick Sahli.
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“Free Speech Zones” - premiered September 12th, 2004
A look at the growing phenomenon of the implementation of so-called political ‘free speech zones’ within the context of American political protest and discourse. Whose responsible for them and are they necessary or by nature un-American? As Texas Congressman Ron Paul stated, he was under the impression the entire United States was a free speech zone.
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“Media $ Democracy” - premiered August 15th, 2004
What is the role of the media in the life and health of a democratic political system? Is the ever-increasing amount of media consolidation under more and more limited corporate ownership a threat to our democratic system, or simply and expression of ‘free enterprise’ at work? How does the question of who owns the media affect what is in it and how information is presented?
The program poses these and other questions, including discussion on the documentary “Outfoxed”, an in-depth look at Fox News and the dangers of ever-enlarging corporations taking control of the public’s right to know. The film explores Murdoch’s burgeoning kingdom and the impact on society when a broad swath of media is controlled by one person. The program also reviews the 1976 Academy Award-winning film “Network”, a prescient look at the transformation of a news network into an entity of infotainment and the rise of so-called ‘reality’ TV.
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“Corporate Democracy & USA Inc.” - premiered July 18th, 2004
What is a corporation and what is its role today? How was the American Revolution an anti-corporate revolt? How have corporations become such powerful, seemingly unaccountable entities, gaining such extraordinary control over our lives? The program looks at how the original controls over corporations established by our nation’s Founders have been gradually eroded over the years, and what types of effects this has had on the economic, political and cultural life in our country today.
Joining the discussion is special guest Rick Sahli, a veteran attorney working for over twenty years on behalf of the protection of environmental laws in the state of Ohio and against corporations that attempt to put profit above the public welfare. (http://home.columbus.rr.com/sahlilaw/)
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“The American Revolutionaries” - premiered July 4th, 2004
A special Independence Day edition of USTV detailing the history and origination of the American Revolution. The program takes an in depth look at some of the key personalities behind the shaping of this profoundly progressive political movement which founded our nation, the first secular democratic republic in modern times. Special emphasis is placed upon the life and work of such indispensable figures as Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, and how the importance of the revolution that they triggered and the continuation of those efforts that they began are never more important as they are today.
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“The Bush League” - premiered June 20th, 2004
A look at history of the Bush family, one of America’s most prominent political families. The program looks at their long standing connections to the oil business and intelligence communities, personal ties to foreign interests considered contrary to American interests, which include relationships both in the past as well as ongoing today. It also studies some of the family’s political interests being interconnected with personal business interests and more. Joining the discussion is special guest Dr. Bob Fitrakis, political science professor, author of numerous books on the Bush family, investigative journalist for the Columbus Free Press and Ohio Green Party candidate for Governor. (www.fitrakis.org)
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“Religion And The State Pt. 2” - premiered June 6th, 2004
A continuation of the discussion on “Religion And The State”: What is and/or should be the role of religion in politics, as well as the so-called “wall of separation” between church and state? How has it affected the nature and course of political events throughout history, particularly the founding of America? Was America truly created as a “Christian” nation as some claim, or was it rather a political manifestation of the Enlightment, or both? Who are some of the principles characters currently involved in this ongoing debate in American politcs?
D-DAY 60 Years On
The program also honors the 60th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the D-Day invasion of Europe by Allied forces in the struggle to liberate Europe from fascism. Light is also shed on the sad irony of the fact that America is itself today unduly influenced by fascist ideology.
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“Religion And The State” - premiered May 23rd, 2004
What is and/or should be the role of religion in politics? How has it affected the nature and course of political events throughout history, particularly the founding of America? Was America truly created as a “Christian” nation as some claim, or was it rather a political manifestation of the Enlightment? What is the meaning of the First Amendment in regards to such Bush Administration’s programs as his Faith Based Initiative, and what role do religious leaders play in politics today, both here and abroad, and should it be considered helpful or harmful?
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“Patriot Act II” - premiered May 2nd, 2004
A continuation on the discussion of “The Patriot Act” and various related national security programs and legislation, and whether serve as effective protections of America’s security, or are a threat to the core values and functioning of our democratic society? Other programs include MATRIX, the airline screening system CAPPS II, DARPA and the already now infamous “Total Information Awareness” program (originally to be headed by convicted Constitutional criminal Adm. John Poindexter of Iran-Contra fame). The program also looks at how the Bush administration has been, unbeknownst to most Americans, is putting into effect elements of the controversial “Patriot Act II” legislation, as well as unveiling their latest proposal, “The Victory Act”.
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“The Patriot Act” - premiered April 25th, 2004
What is it and why was it created? What are its intended purposes and the actual ramifications of its implementation? Is it an effective protection of America or an insidious threat threat to the core values and functioning of our democratic society? A new way of fighting terrorism or just a rehash of the days of domestic surveillance and political intimidation as experienced for decades by the FBI’s “Cointelpro” operation? Should its provisions be extended indefinitely, or allowed to expire, and how does all this relate to “Patriot Act II” and the newly-unveiled “Victory Act”?
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“The Bush Presidency: How Does It Rate?” - premiered March 28th, 2004
A live call in program where the local citizenry weighs in with their thoughts and observations concerning the presidential administration. Has it been a good one for America or not - and why? Is it successful or failing in its missions and responsibilities? Should Bush be replaced and if so, by whom and for what reasons?
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“Politics In America” - premiered March 21st, 2004
A look at some of the issues facing our democracy and how our nation should prioritize these challenges. Education, jobs, civil rights, campaign financing… These are just some of the issues discussed during the course of the program.
Joining the discussion to help add insight and perspective on these issues is Jeff Hardenbrook, a candidate for U.S House of Representatives for the 8th Congressional District of Ohio.
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“Deconstructing The Media” - premiered March 7th, 2004
A look at how information is presented and issues framed in the media and what kind of effect this can and does have on national dialogue and opinion. Where does information you see and hear come from, and does who is presenting it have an effect on what is being and presented and why? Is the media fulfilling the necessary role in support of a democratic society? The program will also update the current state of media ownership regulations, and how and why does that have any real bearing on our current civic, cultural and political discourse in this country?
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“The Meaning of Politics In America” - premiered February 29th, 2004
The program will touch on the issues and challenges facing the citizenry of our nation at this crucial time in our history, and if our election process is adequately designed to handle those challenges. Does money adversely affect how we decide who will represent us? Is the media doing an effective job at presenting information in order to provide for an informed public? These and other questions will be touched on during the course of the program.
Joining the discussion to add her insight and perspectives on these issues is Kara Anastasio, candidate for U.S House of Representatives for the 7th Congressional District of Ohio. (www.votekara.net for more information)
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“The Lie Factory” - premiered February 15th, 2004
The program discusses “The Politics of Intelligence” and the alleged “Lie Factory” that gave credence to the faulty information which was presented by the administration as justification for war with Iraq. Whose responsible? What did the President know? What is the Office of Special Plans, and is the President’s response to calls for an impartial investigation into the failures of pre-war intelligence adequate and effective?
Featured on the program are videos of pre-war and post-March 2003 statements by President Bush, Vice-President Cheney and various testimonies by members of America’s intelligence community, commenting on their appraisals of what has transpired in regards to this issue of deadly importance, especially since the attacks of Sept. 11th.
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“Black Box Electronic Voting” - premiered January 18th, 2004
Is new electronic voting technology really secure, who is supporting its use and why, and what are the potential benefits and dangers it represents to our democracy. A look at some of its already questionable applications in various parts of the country, and what are the minimal safegaurds which should required before instituting its usage statewide in Ohio and beyond.
Joining the discussion is special guest Dr. Bob Fitrakis, a Ph.D in Political Science with a J.D. in Law from the Ohio State University. He is a Political Science professor, investigative journalist and author.
(www.fitrakis.org and www.freepress.org)
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“Media & Democracy/Media Carta” - premiered January 4th, 2004
Emphasizing the importance of media and its role in the functioning of a democracy, USTV looks at just what is the media, who owns it, who controls it, who has access to it, and what can be done to reform it to make it more directly responsive and accountable to the needs of a functioning democratic society on a whole, and not just to a small number of business sponsors.
Analysis of how local control and accoutability of the media has real world implications for the political and cultural health of our society, as well as what every citizen can do to be aware and involved in making the media more responsive to their nation and community.
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“Conservative/Liberal - What Do They Mean?” - premiered December 14th, 2003
The program looks at what these terms mean and how these definitions are used and misused in the current political discourse in this country. Who and/or what actually serve as accurate examples of these political philosophies at work? How effective and/or limiting is it to frame modern political debate in such terminology.
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“Halliburton & The Iraqateers Pt.2” - premiered December 7th, 2003
This program details some of the numerous domestic and international government contracts awarded Halliburton, the multi-faceted oil, construction and defense contractor whose former CEO was current Vice President Dick Cheney. Particular interest is paid to the Congressional Committee on Government Reform and it’s members inquiries into the company’s potentially illegal dealings with nations that are official ’state sponsors of terrorism’. Should an American company that makes money selling to Iran and Iraq be rewarded with lucrative government contracts in the ‘war against terrorism”? These and other questions are addressed throughout the program.
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“The Politics of Intelligence Pt. 2” - premiered November 16th, 2003
A continuing look at the role of intelligence gathering in American foreign policy as well as it’s effect on domestic politics. Primary attention will be given to the illegal leak of classified information regarding the identity of a covert CIA operative by figures in the Bush administration as a tool of intimidation against a domestic political critic. There is also discussion on the role of the media in this issue, and it’s failure to cover the story for months before it broke into mainstream awareness, as well as the involvement of journalists themselves in the illegal exposure of classified information.
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“The Politics of Intelligence” - premeired November 2nd, 2003
A look at the role of intelligence gathering in American foreign policy as well as it’s effect on domestic politics. Major issues are at stake in the debate over the potential politicization of the normally apolitical world of the intelligence gathering community in this country, and the effect that has had on the case made for the war in Iraq. Also discussed is the illegal leak of classified information regarding the identity of a covert CIA operative by figures in the Bush administration as a tool of intimidation against a domestic political critic.
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“Supporting Our Troops“- premeired October 19th, 2003
A discussion concerning what exactly that means and what are the best means and methods of accomplishing that goal. This is of particular importance in light of the ongoing two-front war our military is currently fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq, which is beginning to stretch the resources and abilities of our fighting men and women, both there and throughout the 120 other countries the US has stationed uniformed personnel.
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“Halliburton & The Iraqateers” - premiered October 12th, 2003
A continuing discussion regarding war profiteering and the questionable connections between current government officials and businesses currentlyreceiving large sums of federal money to service both military and civilian needs in Iraq and beyond, including states such as Iran and Libya.
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“Perpetual War For Perpetual Piece of The Action Pt.2” - premeired October 5th, 2003
This program looks at the issue of who profits in war, particularly those being reaped in the current conflict in the Mideast. Special attention is given to how this question relates to the financial benefits that war bestows on certain entities and individuals, with specific emphasis on Vice President Dick Cheney and others currently serving in positions of influence in our government, or are affiliated with those holding public offices.
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“Perpetual War For Perpetual Piece of The Action” - premiered September 21st, 2003
Discussing the historical connections of business and profit to war and ever-needed defense spending. Revealing the political benefits to certain interests inherent in political turmoil and armed conflict and the corrosive and deadly effects they have on a republican society.
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“Media & Democracy” - premiered September 7th, 2003
Addressing the FCC ruling of June 2nd, and the ongoing trends of continued homogenization of media sources in this country, and what social and political effects they are having. The show will also discuss ways to combat them, including support of legislation in Congress to roll back recent decisions by the FCC unleashing yet more media consolidation into the hands of fewer and fewer entities.
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“What Is Patriotism?” - premiered August 17th, 2003
This show discusses what Patriotism means and how it has been defined over the years, particularly in more recent times. What does true patriotism really entail, and what is the difference between ‘patriotism’ and ‘nationalism’? How can patriots best live up to the real ideals of the nation which they belong to?
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“Media Monopolization” - premiered August 3rd, 2003
This program discusses the FCC ruling of June 2nd, and the ongoing trends of continued homogenization of media sources in this country, and what social and political effects they are having. There is also discussion on ways to combat the trend, both through legislation as well as through direct action on the part of the citizenry.
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“The American Revolution…Is It Over?” - premiered July 27th, 2003
This program discusses the driving purpose behind the creation of “UnCommon Sense TV”, as well as those that inspired the fight for the establishment of our nation and the animating principles it was founded upon, and what we can do to today to preserve and advance them.
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