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COINTELPRO FBI Surveillance

Uncover the FBI's secret surveillance tactics in this eye-opening video collection!

About this Rabbit Hole

Ever wondered how far the FBI's surveillance tactics go? Dive into the rabbit hole of COINTELPRO, exploring its roots, spy shorts, and the FBI's role in this dark chapter of history. Discover how the FBI targeted the Black Panther Party, exposing the sinister side of COINTELPRO. Did you know that the program was so secretive that even some law enforcement insiders were kept in the dark? Uncover this shocking detail and more in this riveting video collection. Watch in order or skip around — each video adds a new layer.

Videos in this Rabbit Hole

1

COINTELPRO: Roots of Surveillance

Africana Studies at Penn
2025-07-30
COINTELPRO: Roots of Surveillance by Africana Studies at Penn
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Our Commentary

Just when you thought Big Brother was watching you, turns out it's been Uncle Sam all along. The truth is stranger than fiction, folks.

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COINTELPRO | Spy Shorts

International Spy Museum
2024-12-05
COINTELPRO | Spy Shorts by International Spy Museum
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Our Commentary

Crazy to think the FBI was basically the original trolls, sliding into the DMs of political dissidents like "hey, nice movement you got there... would be a shame if it got infiltrated."

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What Was The FBI's Role In COINTELPRO? - Law Enforcement Insider

Law Enforcement Insider
2025-05-20
What Was The FBI's Role In COINTELPRO? - Law Enforcement Insider by Law Enforcement Insider
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Our Commentary

So, the FBI was basically the original master of gossip and sabotage? Intriguing. I wonder what kind of drama they'd stir up in a group chat today.

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How the FBI Targeted the Black Panther Party: COINTELPRO Exposed

Vanessa
2025-01-01
How the FBI Targeted the Black Panther Party: COINTELPRO Exposed by Vanessa
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Our Commentary

So basically, the FBI was the original party crasher. Watching this makes you wonder if they ever considered just bringing snacks and joining in on the activism instead of, you know, destroying lives.

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The Dark Side of COINTELPRO Revealed

Mindful Titan
2024-08-31
The Dark Side of COINTELPRO Revealed by Mindful Titan
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Our Commentary

Just when you thought the FBI couldn't get any spookier, they pull out the COINTELPRO card. Remind me to put tape over my laptop camera before diving into this rabbit hole.

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COINTELPRO: The FBI’s War on Civil Rights

Truth Behind History
2025-07-13
COINTELPRO: The FBI’s War on Civil Rights by Truth Behind History
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Our Commentary

So apparently the FBI was out here playing detective AND villain at the same damn time. J. Edgar Hoover really thought he was in some kind of twisted spy movie. Talk about power trippin'.

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COINTELPRO: America's Secret Surveillance Program

History Shorts
2025-07-12
COINTELPRO: America's Secret Surveillance Program by History Shorts
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Our Commentary

The government spying on its own citizens — classic move. Makes me wonder if my toaster is secretly reporting back to the FBI too.

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COINTELPRO: The FBI’s WAR Against Black Leaders

Black Journals
2025-06-12
COINTELPRO: The FBI’s WAR Against Black Leaders by Black Journals
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Our Commentary

So the FBI was basically playing dirty politics while pretending to be the good guys? Shocking... but not really surprising. History never fails to disappoint.

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COINTELPRO: The FBI’s War on Black Liberation

BLACKOUTHISTORY
2025-08-07
COINTELPRO: The FBI’s War on Black Liberation by BLACKOUTHISTORY
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Our Commentary

Wow, the FBI really said "I spy with my little eye... and also like to ruin lives." 🕵️‍♂️💥 #BigBrotherIsWatchingAndPlotting

Final Thoughts

"**Final Thoughts** As we come to the end of this thought-provoking journey into the world of COINTELPRO FBI Surveillance, one cannot help but feel a mix of emotions - from anger and disbelief to empathy and determination. Each video in this collection has peeled back layers of history, revealing the insidious tactics used by the FBI to silence dissenting voices and disrupt social justice movements. Through the lens of COINTELPRO, we witness the power dynamics at play and the lasting impact of state surveillance on individuals and communities. Moving forward, perhaps we can carry with us a renewed awareness of the importance of protecting our civil liberties and standing up against injustice, no matter the cost."