Iraq needs independent TV. And the blogosphere is going to help them get some.
I've been complaining about us falling behind in the psy-ops war for some time. Well, now we can directly help do something about it.
The Marines need some help:
US Marines seek to equip seven (7) television stations serving local communities within Al Anbar Province, Iraq. The Province includes the cities of Fallujah and Ramadi. These stations will offer information that is more accurate and balanced than existing alternatives. The goal is to improve understanding between Americans and Iraqis, build trust and reduce tensions.Current TV news in Iraq often carries negative, highly-biased accounts of the U.S. presence. Unanswered, its effect is to stoke resentment and encourage conflict. The Marines seek to ensure the Iraqi people have access to better, more balanced information. By equipping local television stations and providing the ability to generate news and programming, the Marines will create a viable news alternative - one owned and operated by local Iraqi citizens.
There's a lot more. This is a great, great project, and a way we can really help. Go here, read it all, then get out the checkbook.
Now the REALLY IMPORTANT PART!
THERE'S A WAR ON!
And no, I don't mean the war in Iraq, or the War On Terror, or World War 4 (or 5). I mean the Blog War between Dean's World and A Small Victory to see who can raise the most money for this project.
NEITHER ONE OF THEM LINKS ME, but I'm going to have to throw down for Dean and Rosemary. Go Now and read how you can help us to Victory in this most important battle!
UPDATE
My subtle appeal led to a link! See, blackmail works.
Wait a sec, I'm the guy that sent money...
[goes off to ponder things]
Posted by DSmith at April 14, 2004 10:28 PM | TrackBack