Athens: The Truth About Democracy

Historian Bettany Hughes explores the 'Golden Age' of ancient Athens at the dawn of democracy. Can Athenian democracy live up to its reputation as the birthplace of freedom, equality and free speech?

The truth about democracy Athens is revered as the birthplace of Western philosophy, art, science and perhaps the greatest political idea of all time – democracy. But in this fascinating documentary (first shown on Channel 4 in July 2007), historian Bettany Hughes looks behind some of the myths of Athens’ golden age. She finds a very warlike and aggressive state,

capable of terrible mistakes, misdeeds and atrocities.

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Amy and David Goodman: Standing Up to the Madness

Librarians in action.

Torture debate John Yoo at Chapman University

John Yoo, whose memos justified controversial interrogation tactics, defends the practices during a Chapman University debate.

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How the 'Experts' Missed the Crash: Philosophical Flaws, No Sense of History

Unfortunately, Galbraith doesn't hold much hope that this crisis will change much the outlook for economists, noting they don't study history and many are "still in denial" about what's transpired.