“The "trickle-down" theory: the principle that the poor, who must subsist on table scraps dropped by the rich, can best be served by giving the rich bigger meals.”
Quote by William Blum
Work
Killing Hope: US Military and CIA Interventions Since World War II
This book provides an in-depth analysis of the role of the U.S. military and the CIA in various international conflicts and political events since the end of World War II. It explores the strategies, outcomes, and implications of these interventions, offering a critical perspective on U.S. foreign policy. more
Author
William Blum
William Blum, born in 1933, is an American author known for his works that focus on political, historical, and social issues. His writing is characterized by a critical perspective and in-depth analysis of power structures. more
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