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U.S. Governor of the Canal Zone advocates for treating Panamanians as equals
43:10 - 51:18 (08:08)
The governor of the Canal Zone suggests that treating Panamanians with more respect will help alleviate tensions, citing similar efforts made with other groups. The conversation shifts to the differing approaches of the CIA and the Defense Department in Syria.
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The U.S. governor of the Canal Zone recognized the importance of treating the Panamanians better, but it wasn't until a populist government took power in 1968 that Panama was able to gain a better deal.
43:10 - 45:33 (02:22)
Summary
The U.S. governor of the Canal Zone recognized the importance of treating the Panamanians better, but it wasn't until a populist government took power in 1968 that Panama was able to gain a better deal. The failure of these efforts led to anti-American sentiment and eventually a revolution against the government.
ChapterU.S. Governor of the Canal Zone advocates for treating Panamanians as equals
EpisodePart Two: How The U.S.A. Murdered Panama with Chelsea Manning
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The U.S. frequently intervenes in the affairs of other countries, often with a lack of ethical considerations.
45:33 - 51:18 (05:45)
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The U.S. frequently intervenes in the affairs of other countries, often with a lack of ethical considerations. This is seen in the CIA's past attempts to unseat leaders in Panama, and the current differing approaches between the CIA and the Defense Department towards Syria.