Cold War Perception Management

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Definition

A strategy used by governments during the Cold War to shape public perception and control narratives, often through disinformation campaigns, particularly regarding national security and unidentified phenomena.

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The Wall Street Journal Is Gaslighting You On UFOs

American Alchemy (Podcast)Jun 13, 2025

This episode critiques a recent Wall Street Journal article that acknowledges past Pentagon deceptions regarding UFOs while still dismissing credible evidence. The host draws parallels between contemporary media narratives and Cold War-era disinformation tactics. The urgency for congressional transparency is emphasized, with specific references to historical incidents involving UFO phenomena.

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