Smeared

Smeared
Author: H. G. Tudor
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2016-12-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781541147720

The smear campaign is a well-used and devastating narcissistic tool. With the unrivalled insight provided by a narcissist, this book explains why they are used, why they are so effective, who is involved in them and why, why people respond as they do to them plus more fascinating insights and enlightenment. This book also provides practical and effective methods of countering the smear campaign to ally to your new found understanding.

The Narcissist You Know

The Narcissist You Know
Author: Joseph Burgo
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2016-09-27
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1476785694

"Burgo has developed a ... guidebook to help you 'spot narcissists out there in the wild' (Glamour) and then understand and manage the narcissistic personalities in your own life. Relying on detailed profiles, vignettes from the authors practice, and celebrity biographies, [this book] offers ... tools and solutions you can use to defuse hostile situations and survive assaults on your self-esteem should you ever find yourself in an extreme narcissist's orbit"--Amazon.com.

The Smear

The Smear
Author: Sharyl Attkisson
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 341
Release: 2017-06-27
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0062468189

New York Times Bestseller Ever wonder how politics turned into a take-no-prisoners blood sport? The New York Times bestselling author of Stonewalled pulls back the curtain on the shady world of opposition research and reveals the dirty tricks those in power use to influence your opinions. Behind most major political stories in the modern era, there is an agenda; an effort by opposition researchers, spin doctors, and outside interests to destroy an idea or a person. The tactic they use is the Smear. Every day, Americans are influenced by the Smear without knowing it. Paid forces cleverly shape virtually every image you cross. Maybe you read that Donald Trump is a racist misogynist, or saw someone on the news mocking the Bernie Sanders campaign. The trick of the Smear is that it is often based on some shred of truth, but these media-driven "hit pieces" are designed to obscure the truth. Success hinges on the Smear artist’s ability to remain invisible; to make it seem as if their work is neither calculated nor scripted. It must appear to be precisely what it is not. Veteran journalist Sharyl Attkisson has witnessed this practice firsthand. After years of being pitched hit jobs and puff pieces, she’s an expert at detecting Smear campaigns. Now, the hard-hitting investigative reporter shares her inside knowledge, revealing how the Smear takes shape and who its perpetrators are—including Clinton confidant Sidney Blumenthal and, most influential of all, "right-wing assassin turned left-wing assassin" (National Review) political operative David Brock and his Media Matters for America empire. Attkisson exposes the diabolical tactics of Smear artists, and their outrageous access to the biggest names in political media—operatives who are corrupting the political process, and discouraging widespread citizen involvement in our democracy.

What Darwin Got Wrong

What Darwin Got Wrong
Author: Jerry Fodor
Publisher: Profile Books
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2011-02-24
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1847651909

Jerry Fodor and Massimo Piatelli-Palmarini, a distinguished philosopher and scientist working in tandem, reveal major flaws at the heart of Darwinian evolutionary theory. They do not deny Darwin's status as an outstanding scientist but question the inferences he drew from his observations. Combining the results of cutting-edge work in experimental biology with crystal-clear philosophical argument they mount a devastating critique of the central tenets of Darwin's account of the origin of species. The logic underlying natural selection is the survival of the fittest under changing environmental pressure. This logic, they argue, is mistaken. They back up the claim with evidence of what actually happens in nature. This is a rare achievement - the short book that is likely to make a great deal of difference to a very large subject. What Darwin Got Wrong will be controversial. The authors' arguments will reverberate through the scientific world. At the very least they will transform the debate about evolution.

Unfit For Command

Unfit For Command
Author: John E. O'Neill
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2004-08-25
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1596981105

"What sort of combination of hypocrite and paradox is John Kerry?" asks this heated critique of the Democratic presidential candidate’s Vietnam–era military service and antiwar activism. O’Neill, a lawyer and swift boat veteran, and Corsi, an expert on Vietnam antiwar movements, show how Kerry misrepresented his wartime exploits and is therefore incompetent to serve as commander in chief. Buttressed by interviews with Navy veterans who patrolled Vietnam’s waters, some along with Kerry, readers will discover how he exaggerated minor injuries, self-inflicted others, wrote fictitious diary entries and filed "phony" reports of his heroism under fire—all in a calculated quest to secure career-enhancing combat medals.

Smear Campaign

Smear Campaign
Author: Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Total Pages: 355
Release: 2024-10-09
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Explore the intricate world of political maneuvering in "Smear Campaign," an essential examination of the tactics, impacts, and ethical implications of smear campaigns in modern politics. This book offers insights into how public perception and electoral outcomes can be manipulated through misinformation and character assassination. 1: Smear Campaign: Defines smear campaigns, tracing their evolution and prevalence in modern politics. 2: Tactic: Discusses diverse methods of smear campaigns, including fact distortion and selective quoting. 3: Character Assassination: Examines efforts to damage reputations through unfounded allegations and malicious narratives. 4: Negative Campaigning: Analyzes negativity in political messaging, contrasting legitimate critiques with manipulative tactics. 5: Propaganda Techniques: Highlights emotional appeals and misinformation used in smear campaigns to sway public opinion. 6: Informal Fallacy: Explores logical fallacies leveraged in smear campaigns to distort perceptions and mislead voters. 7: Whispering Campaign: Investigates the spread of damaging rumors that erode trust in political figures. 8: Swiftboating: Chronicles the Swift Boat Veterans for Truth campaign as a case study in electoral distortion. 9: Counterpropaganda: Examines strategies to respond to smear campaigns, emphasizing truth-telling to mitigate damage. 10: Whataboutism: Analyzes how whataboutism deflects legitimate criticism by creating false equivalences. 11: John Pilger: Profiles Pilger's work in exposing media manipulation and the role of independent journalism. 12: Pincer Movement: Explores coordinated smear tactics aimed at overwhelming political opponents. 13: Media Lens: Highlights the role of media watchdogs in exposing biased reporting and misinformation. 14: Chess Tactic: Draws parallels between chess strategy and political smear campaigns. 15: Push Poll: Investigates the deceptive use of polling to spread negative information. 16: False Flag: Analyzes historical false flag operations used to discredit adversaries. 17: Kompromat: Examines the use of compromising materials to blackmail political opponents. 18: Isolation: Explores isolation tactics that weaken opponents' support networks. 19: Internet Manipulation: Analyzes the rise of smear campaigns in digital spaces, including social media and bots. 20: Disinformation Attack: Investigates efforts to spread false information through digital channels. 21: Terruqueo: Explores the use of terror and intimidation in political smear campaigns. This groundbreaking work is indispensable for professionals and enthusiasts, offering insights into the complex strategies of modern political discourse. Equip yourself with the knowledge to discern truth from manipulation and safeguard democracy in an era of information warfare.

Every Day Is Extra

Every Day Is Extra
Author: John Kerry
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Total Pages: 640
Release: 2019-11-12
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1501178970

An instant New York Times bestseller, John Kerry’s revealing memoir offers “a detailed record of an important life…frank, thoughtful, and clearly written…A bittersweet reminder of what the country once demanded of its leaders” (The New York Times Book Review). Every Day Is Extra is John Kerry’s candid personal story. A Yale graduate, Kerry enlisted in the US Navy in 1966, and served in Vietnam. He returned home highly decorated but disillusioned, and he testified powerfully before Congress as a young veteran opposed to the war. Kerry was elected to the Senate in 1984, eventually serving five terms. In 2004 he was the Democratic presidential nominee and came within one state—Ohio—of winning. He succeeded Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State in 2013. In that position he tried to find peace in the Middle East; dealt with the Syrian civil war while combatting ISIS; and negotiated the Iran nuclear deal and the Paris climate agreement. “In these pages Kerry shows remarkable honesty, depth, even spirituality…There is remarkable poignancy—not the usual currency of the career politician and the country’s top diplomat” (The Boston Globe). A witness to some of the most important events of our recent history, Kerry tells wonderful stories about colleagues Ted Kennedy and John McCain, as well as President Obama and other major figures. He writes movingly of recovering his faith while in the Senate, and how he deplores the hyper-partisanship that has infected Washington. Every Day Is Extra “draws back the curtain on a life you thought you knew, but turns out to be a bit different…A surprisingly personal book” (The Washington Post) that shows Kerry for the dedicated, witty, and authentic man that he is and provides forceful testimony for the importance of diplomacy and American leadership to address the increasingly complex challenges of a more globalized world.

Rethinking Narcissism

Rethinking Narcissism
Author: Dr. Craig Malkin
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2015-07-07
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0062348124

Harvard Medical School psychologist and Huffington Post blogger Craig Malkin addresses the "narcissism epidemic," by illuminating the spectrum of narcissism, identifying ways to control the trait, and explaining how too little of it may be a bad thing. "What is narcissism?" is one of the fastest rising searches on Google, and articles on the topic routinely go viral. Yet, the word "narcissist" seems to mean something different every time it's uttered. People hurl the word as insult at anyone who offends them. It's become so ubiquitous, in fact, that it's lost any clear meaning. The only certainty these days is that it's bad to be a narcissist—really bad—inspiring the same kind of roiling queasiness we feel when we hear the words sexist or racist. That's especially troubling news for millennials, the people born after 1980, who've been branded the "most narcissistic generation ever." In Rethinking Narcissism readers will learn that there's far more to narcissism than its reductive invective would imply. The truth is that we all fall on a spectrum somewhere between utter selflessness on the one side, and arrogance and grandiosity on the other. A healthy middle exhibits a strong sense of self. On the far end lies sociopathy. Malkin deconstructs healthy from unhealthy narcissism and offers clear, step-by-step guidance on how to promote healthy narcissism in our partners, our children, and ourselves.

Lindbergh vs. Roosevelt

Lindbergh vs. Roosevelt
Author: James P. Duffy
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2010-09-27
Genre: History
ISBN: 1596981679

Was aviation pioneer and popular American hero Charles A. Lindbergh a Nazi sympathizer and anti-Semite? Or was he the target of a vicious personal vendetta by President Roosevelt? In Lindbergh vs. Roosevelt, author James Duffy tackles these questions head-on, by examining the conflicting personalities, aspirations, and actions of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Charles A. Lindbergh. Painting a politically incorrect portrait of both men, Duffy shows how the hostility between these two American giants divided the nation on both domestic and international affairs. From cancelling U.S. air mail contracts to intervening in World War II, Lindberg and Roosevelt’s clash of ideas and opinions shaped the nation’s policies here and abroad. Insightful, and engaging, Lindbergh vs. Roosevelt reveals the untold story about two of history’s most controversial men, and how the White House waged a smear campaign against Lindbergh that blighted his reputation forever.

Votes, Drugs, and Violence

Votes, Drugs, and Violence
Author: Guillermo Trejo
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 379
Release: 2020-09-03
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1108899900

One of the most surprising developments in Mexico's transition to democracy is the outbreak of criminal wars and large-scale criminal violence. Why did Mexican drug cartels go to war as the country transitioned away from one-party rule? And why have criminal wars proliferated as democracy has consolidated and elections have become more competitive subnationally? In Votes, Drugs, and Violence, Guillermo Trejo and Sandra Ley develop a political theory of criminal violence in weak democracies that elucidates how democratic politics and the fragmentation of power fundamentally shape cartels' incentives for war and peace. Drawing on in-depth case studies and statistical analysis spanning more than two decades and multiple levels of government, Trejo and Ley show that electoral competition and partisan conflict were key drivers of the outbreak of Mexico's crime wars, the intensification of violence, and the expansion of war and violence to the spheres of local politics and civil society.