#33 Daniel Ellsberg: What the Pentagon Papers Teach Us About Accountability

Freedom Writers Podcast

English - May 20, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 90.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 78 ratings
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Erin speaks with Dr. Daniel Ellsberg, an ardent anti-war activist and whistleblower who is best known for releasing the Pentagon Papers in 1971. Dan and Erin discuss the importance of seeking truth, holding our governments accountable, and how to preserve democracy in the present day. As Dan offers us nothing less than a masterclass in political analysis and civic duty, we invite you to consider how you can speak out against injustice at any level and keep our elected officials accountable for their actions.

Show Notes

Daniel Ellsberg: http://www.ellsberg.net/
Books by Daniel Ellsberg: https://amzn.to/2YGw5zZ
Pentagon Papers: https://www.history.com/topics/vietnam-war/pentagon-papers
New Yorker article, "On the Warpath" by Dexter Filkins: https://tinyurl.com/y2wogd3n
Economist article, "Collision Course - The Brewing Conflict Between America and Iran:" https://tinyurl.com/y3kg7ba6