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Leaked Memo Reveals WTO Plan to "Sell" Itself to American Youth

Deanna Swift, AlterNet | 23.07.2001 12:36

Geneva -- Ever since the disastrous "Battle of Seattle" in 1999, the World Trade Organization has been trying to remake its image, trading in the persona of global tyrant for that of a "hip," "with it" agent of change. The group's efforts took a bizarre turn today with the unauthorized release of a memo outlining a sophisticated WTO public relations campaign intended to win the support of American youth.

Deanna Swift, AlterNet

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WTO Brand

24.07.2001 00:53

This is a good idea! These organisations are actually listening now. What's wrong with some dialogue? I'm sure we could help, say with a new fluffy logo.

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