# AQ-USA

> A tragic police shooting in Long Beach exposes the dangers of the DHS surveillance state as mainstream media outlets admit to coordinating redactions with the State Department.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 261
- **Published:** 2010-12-16
- **Length:** 2h 31m
- **Topics:** DHS Walmart, WikiLeaks Redaction, [Richard Holbrooke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-holbrooke.md), AQUSA, Mark Madoff, BGP Routing, [Pre-Crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-crime.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa

## About this episode

The Department of Homeland Security has launched a massive public surveillance campaign featuring Secretary Janet Napolitano on Walmart checkout screens across 500 locations. This expansion of the 'see something, say something' initiative coincides with the tragic police shooting of a Long Beach man who was killed in his backyard while holding a garden hose nozzle reported as a firearm. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of state-sponsored citizen reporting and the rise of a domestic surveillance culture modeled after the East German Stasi.

Technical disruptions at Level 3 Communications and major Tier 1 backbone providers suggest a coordinated effort to throttle internet traffic, potentially targeting WikiLeaks and PayPal donation streams. In the media landscape, the New York Times and Washington Post have admitted to 'editorial restrictions' and redacting documents in direct cooperation with the State Department. Meanwhile, the death of diplomat Richard Holbrooke creates a significant power vacuum in Pakistan, potentially clearing the path for expanded Chinese energy projects as the U.S. military continues to utilize wounded soldiers in CBS News propaganda segments to justify the ongoing occupation of Afghanistan.

This broadcast features an analysis of the 'AQUSA' meme as a modern iteration of the 1950s Red Scare and a critique of Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales for his Maurice Lacroix watch advertisements. Executive Producer Will Lysak joins the show as the No Agenda Nation launches a new community business directory to bypass corporate gatekeepers. The segment concludes with a look at the medicalization of sexuality in Cialis commercials and the suspicious official narratives surrounding the suicide of Mark Madoff.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/transcript.md.

### 1. Long Beach Police Shooting, Backyard Hose Nozzle Incident (0:00–3:09)

A man in Long Beach, California, was shot and killed by police in his own backyard after a neighbor reported him for holding a gun. The object was actually a garden hose spray nozzle. The incident is framed as a tragic consequence of the "see something, say something" culture, with predictions that the city will face a multi-million dollar wrongful death lawsuit funded by taxpayers.

Keywords: [long beach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/long-beach.md), [police department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-department.md), spray nozzle, [wrongful death](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wrongful-death.md), [see something say something](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/see-something-say-something.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Janet Napolitano, Walmart DHS Propaganda Campaign (3:11–11:40)

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano is featured in a new public awareness campaign appearing on video screens at over 500 Walmart checkout lines. National Public Radio (NPR) aired a segment on the expansion of the "see something, say something" program, which included a controversial audio montage of shoppers in Nashville. The editing of the NPR clip is criticized as an ethical breach for making disparate interviews sound like a cohesive conversation.

Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md), [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Janet Napolitano, Speech Patterns and Lesbian Milieu (11:40–15:01)

A discussion focuses on the specific vocal mannerisms of Janet Napolitano, describing her speech as characteristic of a "lesbian milieu" involving talking through the teeth. Similar speech patterns are attributed to figures like Jodie Foster. Napolitano defends the DHS expansion by claiming that 80% of foiled terrorist plots are the result of citizen tips and situational awareness.

Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [speech patterns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speech-patterns.md), jodie foster, [ellen degeneres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ellen-degeneres.md), [situational awareness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/situational-awareness.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Technical Difficulties, Virtual Routing and Macintosh Issues (15:01–18:28)

The broadcast is interrupted by significant audio interference and technical glitches. One of the hosts struggles with a Macintosh system and virtual audio routing, eventually requiring a reboot of the virtual router. The conversation shifts to the show's dependency on clips and a "fail-safe" system that allows them to stay on air even when the clip player fails.

Keywords: [macintosh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macintosh.md), virtual router, [technical difficulties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technical-difficulties.md), audio routing, [cables](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cables.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Times Square Bomber, Faisal Shahzad False Flag Claims (18:30–24:44)

Janet Napolitano cites the apprehension of Faisal Shahzad, the Times Square bomber, as a success story for citizen reporting. The hosts characterize the event as a potential false flag operation and compare the DHS surveillance requests to the Stasi system in East Germany. They specifically mock Napolitano's laughter during her interview when asked about the "Big Brother" nature of the program.

Keywords: [faisal shahzad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faisal-shahzad.md), [times square](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/times-square.md), [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md), [east germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-germany.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Executive Producers, No Agenda Challenge Coins (24:45–29:04)

Will Lysak is introduced as the executive producer for the episode. The hosts provide an update on the No Agenda Challenge Coins, noting that they have taken a financial hit of approximately $10,000 to ensure coins are shipped after previous fulfillment issues. Eric the Shill is credited with managing the logistics and revamping the community website.

Keywords: will lysak, [eric the shill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-the-shill.md), [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), mail order

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/6.md)

### 7. No Agenda Nation, Community Business Directory (29:05–30:41)

Eric the Shill has revamped the No Agenda Nation website to include a map-based directory for show producers and Knights. The goal is to allow listeners to support each other's businesses globally, creating a tangible community that can function even if the internet faces disruptions.

Keywords: [no agenda nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-nation.md), [eric the shill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-the-shill.md), business directory, [networking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/networking.md), [knights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/7.md)

### 8. FCC Shutdown, Sir Larry Lee Radio Station (30:41–32:31)

Sir Larry Lee's radio station was taken off the air by the FCC following a failure of inline harmonic frequency filters. The failure caused spurious transmissions in the aviation spectrum, leading to reports from pilots to air traffic control. Lee is currently exploring options for a legal low-power FM license.

Keywords: [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [larry lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-lee.md), harmonic frequencies, aviation spectrum, [low power fm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/low-power-fm.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/8.md)

### 9. No Agenda Novels, One Day in Gitmo Nation (32:32–34:17)

Producer Scott McKenzie has released a book titled "One Day in Gitmo Nation," available at noagendanovels.com. The hosts also address financial difficulties caused by the Anonymous group's attacks on PayPal, which slowed down donations during the holiday season.

Keywords: [scott mckenzie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-mckenzie.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), novels, [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [anonymous](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Slaves Built the Pyramids, Jim Henson Dinosaurs Show (34:26–36:40)

A short song about slaves building America prompts a discussion about the 1990s television show "Dinosaurs," produced by Jim Henson. The hosts describe the show as highly subversive for a children's program, featuring themes of corporate control, media manipulation, and a "Big Brother" figure on the television.

Keywords: jim henson, dinosaurs tv show, [puppets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puppets.md), [subversion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subversion.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Mark Madoff Suicide, Cremation and Conspiracy Theories (36:40–40:39)

The death of Mark Madoff is analyzed, with the hosts questioning the official suicide narrative and noting the unusual choice of cremation in a Jewish family. They suggest the Madoff family may have ties to the Russian Mob and Israeli intelligence. Speculation is raised that Mark Madoff may still be alive, possibly hiding in Paraguay or Israel.

Keywords: mark madoff, [bernie madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [cremation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cremation.md), [russian mob](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-mob.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Rapiscan Lawsuit, Michael Chertoff and Body Scanners (40:39–44:03)

A host recounts a meeting with a high-powered lawyer who represented Rapiscan in a $129 million lawsuit against L3 Communications over backscatter technology patents. The conversation touches on the involvement of Michael Chertoff and the CEO of Rapiscan, Deepak Chopra (not the spiritual leader), who traveled with President Obama to India.

Keywords: [rapiscan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rapiscan.md), [l3 communications](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/l3-communications.md), [michael chertoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-chertoff.md), [deepak chopra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepak-chopra.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Internet Infrastructure, Level 3 BGP Routing Issues (44:03–46:34)

Reports indicate that Level 3 Communications, a major Tier 1 backbone provider, has been broadcasting false BGP routes. This is suspected to be a method of slowing down or blocking access to specific sites, including WikiLeaks. The hosts link these technical maneuvers to broader efforts to control internet traffic and the ongoing peering disputes between Comcast and Netflix.

Keywords: [level 3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/level-3.md), [bgp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bgp.md), [dns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dns.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/13.md)

### 14. PayPal DDoS, Network Segment Blocking (46:35–49:35)

The recent DDoS attacks against PayPal resulted in the company denying access to entire network segments to mitigate the traffic. This collateral damage prevented legitimate users from accessing PayPal to donate to the show. The hosts suggest the attacks may involve Russian botnets rather than just the Anonymous collective.

Keywords: [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [ddos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ddos.md), [anonymous](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous.md), [botnets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/botnets.md), [sysadmins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sysadmins.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/14.md)

### 15. WikiLeaks Media Strategy, Schieffer School of Journalism Forum (49:36–55:59)

A forum at the Schieffer School of Journalism featuring editors from the New York Times and Washington Post reveals that WikiLeaks operates as a mainstream media partner rather than a raw leaking site. Julian Assange reportedly withheld documents from the Washington Post due to a negative profile. The New York Times admits to redacting documents in cooperation with the State Department before they are posted online.

Keywords: [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [bob schieffer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-schieffer.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [julian assange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-assange.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Editorial Restriction, State Department Media Cooperation (56:00–1:00:41)

A government official at the journalism forum accidentally uses the phrase "editorial restriction" before correcting it to "observation" or "restraint." The hosts argue this proves the media and government are working together to manage the flow of information. The State Department official is seen praising the New York Times for its "responsible" handling of leaked data.

Keywords: editorial restraint, [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), scott shane, [ground truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ground-truth.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/16.md)

### 17. WikiLeaks Redaction, Soviet Style Censorship (1:00:41–1:07:11)

Scott Shane of the New York Times discusses the process of redacting names of informants in the WikiLeaks cables to avoid putting lives at risk. He compares the current classification system to the Soviet agency "Glavlit," noting that bureaucrats often over-classify information. The hosts argue that redaction is a form of blackmail, allowing the government to control those whose names are hidden.

Keywords: [redaction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redaction.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), scott shane, state secrets, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/17.md)

### 18. WikiLeaks Financial Deals, Wall Street Journal Embargo (1:07:11–1:10:11)

During the journalism forum, a question is raised regarding whether any publications paid WikiLeaks for early access to documents. While the New York Times denies a monetary agreement, it is noted that the Wall Street Journal refused a deal that would have required a $100,000 payment for breaking an embargo. The hosts conclude that the entire WikiLeaks operation is a managed mainstream media event.

Keywords: [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [embargo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/embargo.md), monetary agreement, [julian assange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-assange.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Jimmy Wales, Maurice Lacroix Watch Advertisement (1:10:13–1:14:40)

Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales is criticized for appearing in a commercial for Maurice Lacroix Swiss watches while simultaneously running a donation campaign for the encyclopedia. The advertisement also features Sir Bob Geldof. The hosts argue that using the Wikipedia brand for personal commercial gain is hypocritical given the site's non-profit status.

Keywords: [jimmy wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-wales.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), maurice lacroix, [bob geldof](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-geldof.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/19.md)

### 20. European Student Riots, Silvio Berlusconi Confidence Vote (1:14:41–1:17:19)

Massive student riots broke out in Rome and London following political developments, including Silvio Berlusconi narrowly surviving a vote of no confidence in Italy. The hosts discuss the necessity of youth-led protests and contrast the active civil unrest in Europe with the perceived complacency of the American public.

Keywords: [berlusconi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlusconi.md), [rome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rome.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), student riots, [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Listener Donations, Karma Segment (1:17:23–1:27:02)

The hosts read through a list of donations and grant "Karma" to various producers. Notable donors include an 18-wheeler driver from Pennsylvania and a student from New South Wales. They acknowledge a significant drop in donations, totaling approximately $10,000, attributed to both holiday spending and the PayPal technical issues.

Keywords: [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), 18-wheeler, quakers hill, [kwanzaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kwanzaa.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Oprah Winfrey, John Boehner Public Sobbing (1:27:04–1:30:29)

The "Real News" segment covers Oprah Winfrey's trip to Australia and her emotional displays on television, which the hosts link to the upcoming launch of her OWN network. They also mock incoming Speaker of the House John Boehner for his frequent crying during interviews, such as his recent appearance on 60 Minutes.

Keywords: [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [john boehner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-boehner.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [own network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/own-network.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Gossip Queens, Byron Allen Syndicated Television (1:30:30–1:37:01)

Byron Allen has produced a new syndicated show called "Gossip Queens," which the hosts describe as a deconstructed version of "The View" featuring stereotypical characters. The show focuses on tabloid gossip, such as Snooki from "Jersey Shore" getting her stomach pumped. One host reveals he was previously asked to appear on the pilot of the show.

Keywords: [byron allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/byron-allen.md), gossip queens, [jersey shore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jersey-shore.md), [snooki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snooki.md), [syndication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syndication.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Cialis Advertisements, Medicalization of Sexuality (1:37:00–1:43:18)

The hosts analyze a Cialis advertisement aired during the NBC Nightly News, focusing on the disclaimer asking patients if they are "healthy enough for sexual activity." They argue that the proliferation of erectile dysfunction drugs is part of a "slavery system" where environmental factors like fluoride and media-driven body standards have damaged natural human sexuality.

Keywords: [cialis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cialis.md), [erectile dysfunction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erectile-dysfunction.md), [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md), [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md), [fluoride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fluoride.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Seasonique Birth Control, Menstrual Cycle Suppression (1:43:19–1:46:27)

An advertisement for the birth control pill Seasonique is discussed, specifically its claim that there is "no medical need" for a monthly period. The hosts suggest the product was a failed drug repurposed as a lifestyle feature. They mock the cheerful delivery of severe side effects, including blood clots and cancer, in the commercial.

Keywords: seasonique, [birth control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birth-control.md), [menstruation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/menstruation.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Richard Holbrooke, Foreign Policy Legacy and Death (1:46:27–1:51:39)

Following the death of diplomat Richard Holbrooke, the hosts review his controversial career, including his role in the Carter administration's support for Indonesia during the East Timor genocide. They highlight his involvement in the Clinton-era sanctions against Iraq and his support for the 2003 invasion, characterizing him as a staple of consistent U.S. interventionist policy.

Keywords: [richard holbrooke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-holbrooke.md), [clinton administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-administration.md), [east timor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-timor.md), [bosnia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bosnia.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Pakistan Power Vacuum, China Energy Projects (1:51:41–1:55:02)

The sudden death of Richard Holbrooke during a meeting with Hillary Clinton is analyzed for its geopolitical impact on Pakistan. The hosts suggest his absence creates a power vacuum that may benefit China, which is currently signing numerous energy agreements with the Pakistani government. They speculate on the timing of his aorta rupture and its relation to the "Clinton body count" meme.

Keywords: [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [richard holbrooke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-holbrooke.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), zardari

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Jimmy Carter, East Timor Genocide Guilt (1:55:03–1:58:07)

A 1997 interview clip shows Richard Holbrooke being questioned about the Carter administration's role in providing Bronco planes used to bomb East Timorese civilians. The hosts speculate that Jimmy Carter's post-presidency work with Habitat for Humanity and other humanitarian efforts may be driven by a "guilt-ridden conscience" regarding the genocides that occurred under his watch.

Keywords: [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), [east timor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-timor.md), [amnesty international](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty-international.md), [habitat for humanity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/habitat-for-humanity.md), [genocide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genocide.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Benazir Bhutto, Laser Beam Assassination Theory (1:58:09–2:00:41)

Pakistan's Interior Minister Hamid Nawaz has reportedly claimed that Benazir Bhutto was killed by sophisticated laser beam technology rather than a bomb or a bullet. The hosts dismiss this as a potential "smoke screen" or a tactic to instill fear, noting that Bhutto's death was already surrounded by conflicting official accounts.

Keywords: [benazir bhutto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benazir-bhutto.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), laser beam, [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md), hamid nawaz

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Afghanistan Propaganda, Wounded Soldier Interviews (2:00:42–2:02:14)

A segment on CBS News with Katie Couric is criticized for using four soldiers who lost their legs in Afghanistan to argue for continued military presence. The hosts describe the interviews as "disgusting propaganda," where the wounded troops claim that leaving the country prematurely would make their sacrifices meaningless.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [katie couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), [wounded warriors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wounded-warriors.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Haiti Reconstruction, Bill and Hillary Clinton (2:02:14–2:06:34)

Nearly one year after the earthquake in Haiti, reports show that only 1.6% of U.S. aid money went to Haitian companies, with the rest going to American contractors. Hillary Clinton has expressed "growing frustration" with the Haitian government, which the hosts interpret as a prelude to freezing aid. They characterize the Clintons' management of the relief effort as a classic "economic hitman" scheme.

Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [reconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reconstruction.md), [economic hitmen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitmen.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/31.md)

### 32. High Speed Rail, Ohio and Wisconsin Funding (2:06:36–2:09:37)

Republican governors-elect Scott Walker of Wisconsin and John Kasich of Ohio have rejected federal funding for high-speed rail projects. Keith Olbermann is criticized for his defense of the projects, while the hosts point out that the proposed "high-speed" trains in Ohio would only average 50 miles per hour, far below international standards.

Keywords: [high speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [scott walker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-walker.md), [john kasich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kasich.md), [keith olbermann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keith-olbermann.md), [transportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transportation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Boeing 737 Whistleblowers, Al Jazeera Investigation (2:09:38–2:13:33)

An Al Jazeera special titled "On a Wing and a Prayer" features Boeing whistleblowers claiming the 737 aircraft is structurally unsound. The hosts discuss the potential for this to be a "fear meme" designed to push travelers toward rail. One host plans to document a trip on Amtrak to Sacramento to demonstrate the inefficiency and high cost of train travel compared to driving.

Keywords: [boeing 737](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing-737.md), [al jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md), [air safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-safety.md), [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Al-Qaeda Christmas Threat, AQUSA Meme (2:13:34–2:21:21)

CNN and other outlets are reporting on a vague Al-Qaeda threat against the U.S. and Europe during the Christmas season. A new acronym, "AQUSA" (Al-Qaeda in the USA), has been introduced by General Petraeus and academic Bruce Hoffman. The hosts argue this is a "fractal" of the 1950s Red Scare, designed to maintain a permanent state of domestic fear.

Keywords: [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christmas.md), aqusa, [general petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-petraeus.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Pre-Crime, UK Radicalization Prevention Strategy (2:21:21–2:26:52)

UK Security Minister Pauline Neville Jones discusses a strategy to intervene with individuals before they become radicalized, which the hosts label as "pre-crime." This is linked back to the Long Beach police shooting, suggesting that a culture of constant reporting and "pre-thought" intervention leads to innocent citizens being targeted by the state.

Keywords: pauline neville jones, [pre-crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-crime.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [long beach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/long-beach.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Nigel Farage, Jose Manuel Barroso EU Confrontation (2:26:52–2:31:18)

The episode concludes with a clip of Nigel Farage berating European Commission President José Manuel Barroso. Farage uses WikiLeaks cables to point out that Barroso is viewed as a "glorified international civil servant" by Russia and challenges his democratic legitimacy, noting he was elected in a secret vote rather than by the people.

Keywords: [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [jose manuel barroso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jose-manuel-barroso.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/261-aq-usa/chapter/36.md)

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