Sunday, September 18, 2011

Pushing the Ponzi Scheme-How trade media helps sell DOD misinformation

No surprise that the trade press makes advert sales dollars from the people they "report" on. This shouldn't be confused with journalism.

If you want a great example of misleading the public, take a look at these two Defense News clips from 2009 that make up an interview from the now fired F-35 project office boss. The interviewer throws softballs and the guest makes easy catches.

Take the time to tally the number of statements that are spin and/or misleading.



I will put in my observations in a comment after some of you have had a try and we will compare. There is a lot to cover.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

We'll see how the economy s doing this holiday, that will indicate how 2012 campaign theme will go.

And that sets the tone for next 2-3 years. I personally don;t see how the economy will improve.