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Mar 26, 2026 A sharp takedown of modern media’s “stupid era” and how history is weaponized. Critiques of romanticized tours of Cuba and the politics of orchestrated reporting. A look at how influencers have replaced public intellectuals and the incentives that reward spectacle. Reflections on language manipulation, propaganda parallels across the spectrum, and why studying history matters.
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Seeing Left Figures On Orchestrated Cuba Tours
- Moynihan recounts noticing left-wing figures like Brace Belden visiting Cuba and feeling surprised and skeptical.
- He reserved judgment on Belden but says others on the trip displayed credulity toward orchestrated propaganda tours.
Apply The Town Square Test To Visit Claims
- Use Natan Sharansky's town square test to assess whether a society is free: can anyone speak publicly without fear of arrest or harm?
- Moynihan applies it to Cuba, saying visitors must confront lack of free speech and orchestrated tours.
Don't Fight Fire With Fire Online
- Avoid fighting online fire with fire; demand accuracy and fact-checking instead of reflexive outrage.
- Moynihan recounts telling a young Twitter user to stop spreading falsehoods and be accurate rather than matching tone.
