Liberty is Rising Truth in Media Project

A project in Cincinnati, OH by Ben Swann
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We are speaking truth to power through media, culture, and technology to empower the voice of the people toward liberty and freedom.
Backers: 3873
Average Pledge Per Backer: $67

Funded: $260,372 of $1,250,000
Dates: Jun 9th -> Jul 26th (47 days)
Project By: Ben Swann
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Latest News

Live Stream of Project Launch Friday Night!

July 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Remember, even after kickstarter ends, we will continue to collect backing at http://benswann.com/ as of tonight we have brought in just over $90,000 from those who backed the project on kickstarter and then made that donation on paypal. Also, PLEASE... (Read More)

24 hours to go!

July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
There are only 24 hours left in the Truth in Media Kickstarter project.  Please remember that we are asking that you make your donation through paypal or check on our website at http://benswann.com/ Already over $80,000 in what was pledged on... (Read More)

Truth in Media Live Event

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
This Friday, July 26 from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm we will have a FREE live stream event from New Hampshire. This is the launch of the Truth in Media project and at this event, we will honor everyone who has stood with us during this project.  We will... (Read More)

Did I Allow Kickstarter Project To Fail?

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Friends, We are only days away from the official end of our Kickstarter campaign. As you may know, over 4,000 people backed the project to the tune of over $250,000! Those funds will not be available to us through Kickstarter and those who have... (Read More)

6 days to go, 4 episodes fully funded!

July 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, A quick update.  As you know by now, because our Kickstarter will not be fully funded, many people are moving their pledges over to paypal so that we can begin a scaled version of the project. As of this morning $50,000.00 has been... (Read More)

7 days to go...what is the plan?

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, Just wanted to update you on the situation with the Truth in Media project.  With 7 days to go it is clear that we will not make our Kickstarter goal of $1.25 million dollars for 100 episodes of Ben Swann Full Disclosure. A number of... (Read More)

Journalists credibility plummeting in U.S.

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
If you haven't seen this yet today... THIS is what you and I are working together to change through this project! "A new Pew poll that examines public esteem of various institutions shows that members of the media have rapidly lost favor with the... (Read More)

What this project is all about

July 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, it has been a few days since I have posted here.  Some very exciting things are happening with this project. But there are a couple of things I want  you to keep in mind.  Do not feel like you are not making a difference.  Every... (Read More)

Why Ben Swann left Fox 19

July 3rd - via: cincinnati.com
CINCINNATI, OH - Ben Swann sent out an update for his Kickstarter campaign to fund his new Truth in Media project with the headline: “Why I Left Fox 19.” He doesn’t mention in the email the pressure he felt from Fox 19 managers about his reporting, which he discussed on his recent Ask Me Anything post on Reddit.com. (Read More)

Video from Frank: Why He supports "Truth in Media Project"

June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Great video from Zach about why he is supporting the project.  Thank you Zach!  You can make one too, post it in the comments section.  (Read More)

Truth In Media Project Getting Attention From "The New American" Magazine

June 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
You are leading the way!  The Truth In Media project, as we have expected, is already making waves. More and more media around the country is getting wind of what we are attempting to do. Shaking the current media model to its core and establishing... (Read More)

Twitter AMA tonight at 9:00 PM EDT

June 19th - via: kickstarter.com
A lot of people have questions about the project so tonight we will be doing a AMA on Twitter.  Because you all have already contributed, I would take it that you all have fewer questions than others.  You can jump in ask questions using the... (Read More)

New FD this week, plus 100 episode details coming

June 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Let me begin by saying that what we are attempting to do here has never been done before.  It is therefore expected that many people will have questions about what we are doing and why. I feel one of the most important questions that must be... (Read More)

38 Days to go

June 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone,  just wanted to post a quick update.  We are just over 2100 backers for the project.  You have supported the project with you hard earned dollars and I thank you.  Later this week we will go live with www.BenSwann.com  I received... (Read More)

$10, YOU and the Power to change the world

June 14th - via: kickstarter.com
You guys are awesome!  Your contributions this week have been amazing!  You may not have heard but we the number #1 film/video project on Kickstarter right now because of YOU! check out this video we just created to encourage others to get... (Read More)

Digital Download Rewards Clarification

June 10th - via: kickstarter.com
I have been asked this question several times, so let me clarify. "If I donate above $50, do I still receive digital downloads of each "Ben Swann Full Disclosure" episode as well as the script PDF?" YES Every reward $50 and above includes the digital... (Read More)

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