Syria, The Movie: Monsters and Defectors

Another massacre in Syria, more rush to blame the side Western governments oppose, followed by corrections. Journalists owe the public better, more careful reporting.

Everything They’re Telling Us About Syria….is False?

A “defecting” general, the Houla massacre, and more—so much of the news out of Syria seems pretty far from the truth. If you’re not asking questions yet, you should be.

Are You A Spy, Russ Baker? (2003)

Another light one, for summertime. From 2002-2004, WhoWhatWhy founder and editor Russ Baker lived in Belgrade, Serbia (what, you didn’t?) and penned this humor piece for one of the livelier tabloids.

Classics: Greeks Surmount Another Challenge (2004)

For your enjoyment, here’s a summery classic. WhoWhatWhy founder and editor Russ Baker from 2004, a light piece on Greek preparations (and procrastination) as the Athens summer Olympics approached. (And by the way, in the end, Greece came through like a dream—we’re rooting for the country now, too, in its current financial difficulties.)

A Surprise Ending on Watergate’s 40th Anniversary

Do you still believe in Deep Throat? June 17 is the 40th anniversary of Watergate; as good a time as any to emerge from the fog of disinformation.

Several best-selling books have debunked the “All the President’s Men” version of Richard Nixon’s presidency. Here are three excerpted chapters from one of them—“Family of Secrets” by WhoWhatWhy founder Russ Baker.

Russ Baker on PBS’ WGBH Boston

WhoWhatWhy editor Russ Baker interviewed by Emily Rooney on “Greater Boston,” PBS affiliate WGBH, June 13, 2012. Discussed: suppressed JFK records, new interpretations of Watergate, the John Edwards prosecution, the bin Laden raid, and more.

Must-Watch: O’Donnell on Romney and War

We don’t usually post material from the cable talk channels. But this is one for the ages. Everyone must watch.

Do Republicans Lie More Than Democrats? Here’s What’s Circulating…

Where was Obama really born? Well, where were thousands of Floridians really born? We take a hard look at those email rumors circulating—and at the “truth” issues not getting enough of our attention.

Syria: The Dangers of One-Sided Reporting

We keep getting reports of atrocities committed by the Syrian government. Those reports may well be accurate. But the truth is usually a bit more complicated in war zones. If news organizations don’t start adopting a higher standard for their reports, another Libyan-style intervention, complete with massive bombing and untold civilian casualties, may be inevitable.

Why We Can’t Stand Anyone CNN Likes

Fareed Zakaria, the favorite pundit of the Council on Foreign Relations, is bewildered that the Saudis aren’t more welcoming toward Arab Spring. And he loves George W. Bush’s love of freedom. Maybe this is why CNN ratings are at record lows.

Take that, you pathetic 99 percenters!

Tired of those whining 99 percenters? Meet the two twenty-something sisters who just spent $150 million on homes. Nice, no?

I Spy An Occupy: Obama’s DHS Surveils Legit Protesters

The Obama Administration is not being completely straight with us when it comes to the Occupy protests. A growing body of documentation suggests that the Department of Homeland Security is deeply involved in coordinating surveillance of protesters—and maybe more.