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The Mysterious "Deep Force" Behind the "Coup" in Ukraine? First Look Money Guy Pierre Omidyar

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lawhawk2/28/2014 1:22:17 pm PST

Cue great catchphrases:

Oh my god, the quarterback is toast!
My god, it’s full of dudebro derp!


Seriously though, what’s the accusation?

Pando has confirmed that the American government - in the form of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) - played a major role in funding opposition groups prior to the revolution. Moreover, a large percentage of the rest of the funding to those same groups came from a US billionaire who has previously worked closely with US government agencies to further his own business interests. This was by no means a US-backed “coup,” but clear evidence shows that US investment was a force multiplier for many of the groups involved in overthrowing Yanukovych.

USAID does a lot of stuff that has nothing to do with revolutions. It makes it easier for groups to communicate/organize. It supports free speech, human and civil rights.

Lots of things that most of us (and the Dudebros) would probably agree with. But now they’re going to find themselves in a rather curious position of attacking those who would support their goal.