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The '''Voice of America''' is a broadcast agency of the [[United States]] government.  It broadcasts on [[shortwave radio]], other [[radio]] bands, and [[television]] in 45 languages to an estimated audience of more than 115 million people each week. In addition, computer users log on to VOA's Internet site (www.VOAnews.com) for news and information. VOA radio provides around-the-clock, reliable news, balanced reporting, and informative features. VOA focuses on countries that lack a strong, independent media. The VOA Charter (Public Law 94-350) requires that broadcasts (1) be accurate, objective, and comprehensive; (2) represent all segments of American society and present a balanced and comprehensive view of significant American thought and institutions; and (3) clearly present the policies of the United States.  

The '''Voice of America''' is a broadcast agency of the [[United States]] government.  It broadcasts on [[shortwave radio]], other [[radio]] bands, and [[television]] in 45 languages to an estimated audience of more than 115 million people each week. In addition, computer users log on to VOA's Internet site (www.VOAnews.com) for news and information. VOA radio provides around-the-clock, reliable news, balanced reporting, and informative features. VOA focuses on countries that lack a strong, independent media. The VOA Charter (Public Law 94-350) requires that broadcasts (1) be accurate, objective, and comprehensive; (2) represent all segments of American society and present a balanced and comprehensive view of significant American thought and institutions; and (3) clearly present the policies of the United States.  

Founded in 1942, VOA originally served as a wartime propaganda tool, while RFE/RL (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty) was launched in 1950 as part of [[Cold War]] [[psychological operation]]s. Between 1950-1971, RFE/RL was covertly funded by the [[CIA]] and employed [[Nazi]] collaborators from the [[Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists]].

Founded in 1942, VOA originally served as a wartime propaganda tool, while RFE/RL (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty) was launched in 1950 as part of [[Cold War]] [[psychological operation]]s. Between 1950-1971, RFE/RL was covertly funded by the [[CIA]] and employed [[Nazi]] collaborators from the [[Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists]].<ref>[https://youtu.be/onQIaUTZZtc 60 Minutes: John Loftus - America's Nazi Secret (1982)].</ref>

VOA-TV produces programs in more than 20 languages, including news reports, feature magazines, and live call-in shows. TV broadcasts include original and acquired programs that reflect American life along with discussions on United States foreign and domestic policies. VOA's Internet provides continually updated news and information with photos, audio and video.<ref>[https://www.voanews.com/english/portal.cfm Voice of America]</ref>

VOA-TV produces programs in more than 20 languages, including news reports, feature magazines, and live call-in shows. TV broadcasts include original and acquired programs that reflect American life along with discussions on United States foreign and domestic policies. VOA's Internet provides continually updated news and information with photos, audio and video.<ref>[https://www.voanews.com/english/portal.cfm Voice of America]</ref>