Why don't people understand the importance of freedom?
Taking for granted the successes of capitalism
Government systems build mediocrity
State failures
Growth of government in United States
America's possible failure
Government subsidising rich people
Negative impact of the media
Forgetfulness about history
Global warming
Sugar substitutes
Y2K
Chemicals
Cancer epidemic
Global warming in four parts
The globe is warming
It's our fault
Scientists' influence
It will be a catastrophe
Will preventive measures make any difference?
What should we do?
People like to be alarmed
Media and the fear of innovation
Example: Introducing a new toxic fuel
Stossel questions audience members
It shouldn't be allowed
Is there a limit as to how many people would die before you allow it?
What kind of stove do you have?
Natural gas: The new toxic fuel
Example: Introducing a dangerous new toy
Plastic toys
Swimming pools
Cars
Why are we fearful?
Precautionary principle: Don't ever do anything for the first time
Wealth is the most important extender of life
Poverty shrinks life expectancy
Celebrating UFM's economic freedom
Question and answer period
Are you planning to interview Al Gore?
How can free market principles be applied to the adoption controversy?
Is there a media bias against Ron Paul in the United States?
Should antitrust and business predatory behavior laws be included in an ideal government?
How do you view politics in general in the United States? Do you think the country can return to the principles of freedom, civil liberties, and free
markets?
If there were no subsidies, would you believe in free immigration?
How did you become a libertarian?
What would be your advice for teaching young kids?
Is Latin America considered a natural disaster for United States?
How can democracy be established in sub-Saharan countries?
Why is the American media so focused on controversial issues like global warming, social responsibility, social justice?
Why do you think Guatemala is ranked higher economically than Bolivia and Venezuela but lower than El Salvador?
What course should Guatemala follow in order to reach economic freedom like Singapore or Hong Kong?
What is your view on United States intervention in other countries?
What do you think about the movement against fast food with the movies
Super Size Me and
Fast Food Nation?
How do we incorporate positive elements of the free market system while shunning the negative?
What do you think about ethanol production?
Do you think public education in Hong Kong has supported freedom?
How would you define your liberal ideology?
How can liberalism and the free market be made “sexy” and easier to sell?
Emmy Award-winning television journalist and author John Stossel discusses the factors that drive prosperity and debunks popular myths related to global warming and the role of government. As a media icon himself, Stossel evaluates his own and his colleagues' influence and analyzes the often negative effects the media has on the population. In his comments, he emphasizes that the combination of freedom and democracy is the best way to achieve progress.
Créditos
The Myths, Lies and Downright Stupidity John Stossel
Juan Bautista Gutiérrez Auditorium Universidad Francisco Marroquín Guatemala, January 14th 2008
A New Media - UFM production. January 2008. Camera: Jorge Samayoa, Manuel Alvarez; digital editing: Claudia de Obregón; index and synopsis: Richard Gándara; content revision: Daphne Ortiz; publication: Mario Pivaral/Carlos Petz.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons 3.0 License Este trabajo ha sido registrado con una licencia Creative Commons 3.0
John Stossel
John Stossel is a consumer reporter, investigative journalist, and former coanchor of the ABC News show 20/20. He began his journalism career as a researcher for KGW-TV in Portland and later worked as a consumer editor for ABC News and reporter on Good Morning America. Stossel has received 19 Emmy Awards and other honors for consumer reporting. His work on 20/20 played a critical role in spreading libertarian ideas. His 20/20 series "Give me a Break" was a skeptical look at subjects ranging from government regulation to censorship. His books, Give Me a Break and Myths, Lies, and Downright Stupidity, have been well-received by some and criticized by others. Stossel graduated from Princeton University with a BA in psychology and was awarded an honorary doctorate from Universidad Francisco Marroquín.
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