Dear Readers,

As 2010 draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the past year and contemplate what may be ahead in the months to come.

Undeniably, this has been a year of crisis, characterized by the plight of war, economic dislocation and environmental degradation.

In a very direct way, the global economic and social crisis affects the livelihood of millions of people, as our authors have indicated through their research and news coverage, and our readers have observed through their own experiences.

The global financial picture remains bleak for many who are struggling to support their families and worry about what the future holds. The current administration of the world’s superpower has put forth copious promises for change, but as proof of change is not received, disillusionment is setting in.

War continues to be waged across the globe at unprecedented rates, amassing immeasurable monetary, psychological and human costs which affect all citizens of the world. In turn, a large share of the nations’ resources (particularly in the United States) is channeled towards the production of advanced weapons systems to the detriment of education, health and housing.

Every day, Global Research brings you articles that report, break down and analyze the pressing issues of our times. And with negative headlines often outweighing the optimistic, this can be a discouraging process indeed. However, we believe in the power of information and analysis to bring about far-reaching change: the more people become aware of the subversive, insidious processes attempting to manipulate the many to benefit the few, the less they can turn a blind eye to the injustice that surrounds us.

Truth in media is a powerful instrument. As long as we all keep probing, asking questions, looking through the disinformation to find real understanding, then we are in a better position to resist the negative and regain our sense of optimism for a better world in which truth and accountability trump greed and corruption.

To that end, we thank all our readers for supporting us, whether you have read, blogged and forwarded our articles for years, or have just recently discovered us when the failures of mainstream media prompted you to seek a deeper understanding of the world around you. We welcome your participation and urge you to keep reading, as much and as often as time will allow.

As a resolution for 2011, we encourage all readers to arm themselves – not with weapons, but with information. Make research a priority and spread the word to others; ask questions and do not settle for unsatisfactory answers; find out what you can and make your decisions based on what’s proven instead of what’s convenient. And, when possible, support non-profit organizations like Global Research through donations and memberships so that we can all continue to fight together against the flood of disinformation that threatens from larger, well-funded media and organizations.

If we have one wish for this coming 2011, it would be for peace. Until then, we encourage your continued participation and support, and wish you and your loved ones all the best in the year ahead.

– With kind regards from the staff, writers and countless volunteers of The Centre for Research on Globalization

Montreal, December 31, 2010

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