Former State Department official Mike Benz discussed the complex ways U. S. power operates through non-governmental organizations (NGOs), intelligence agencies, and private foundations in an interview with Tucker Carlson. He explained how these entities shape both domestic and global affairs.
1. NGOs as Government Tools:
• Benz described NGOs as essential to the U. S. government's functioning, stating they are intertwined with government activities.
• He referred to this network as "the Blob," indicating that power is often exercised through unofficial means.
2. Historical Roots of NGO Influence:
• The influence of NGOs dates back to the early 20th century, particularly after the introduction of tax-deductible charitable contributions.
• Benz noted that during World War II and the Cold War, NGOs were used to further U. S. intelligence goals, citing a 1948 CIA operation in Italy.
3. Structure of the "Blob":
• Benz categorized the "Blob" into three layers:
• Official government bodies (e.g., State Department, CIA)
• NGOs funded by these bodies
• Influential donors, including figures like George Soros and Bill Gates, who guide U. S. foreign policy through their foundations.
4. George Soros' Influence:
• Benz highlighted Soros' Open Society Foundation’s collaboration with the State Department and its impact on foreign dealings, particularly in Mongolia, where Soros-affiliated organizations disrupted a mining deal before the Soros Management Fund purchased shares in the involved company.
5. Concerns about the U. S. Institute of Peace (USIP):
• Benz raised issues regarding the USIP’s lack of oversight, deletion of financial records, and alleged connections to funding Taliban networks.
• He mentioned that the USIP has not cooperated with Trump-appointed officials and has been linked to past interventions.
6. Educational Initiatives and Political Influence:
• Benz discussed the CIA's role in global education during the Cold War, claiming these frameworks are now being used to combat right-wing movements.
• He noted that organizations such as Education International have links to CIA-affiliated entities.
7. Corporate Interests and Foreign Policy:
• The discussion included COOPERATION between U. S. foreign policy and corporate profitability, exemplified by AT&T's contracts arising from political maneuvers in Syria.
8. Changing Global Dynamics:
• Benz and Carlson talked about the emergence of BRICS nations and shifts in global power, reflecting on the decline of U. S. dominance.
Benz's insights indicate a complex relationship between NGOs, private foundations, and U. S. intelligence in shaping policy and influence globally. As global dynamics change, the effectiveness of U. S. strategies may be reevaluated, prompting questions about future foreign policy directions.
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