Episode 592 • • 15:28 - 20:18
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Human Rights Watch, Tom Malinowski, and NGO Funding
The hosts critique Human Rights Watch (HRW) and its ties to the U.S. State Department, specifically mentioning former HRW official Tom Malinowski's move into government. An analysis of tax filings (Form 990) for various human rights organizations suggests high overhead and lobbying costs compared to actual grants. The segment highlights the role of the National Endowment for Democracy in funneling government funds to these supposedly independent NGOs.