This here is an excellent foray into the background CON nections with some early historical references in relation to the bizness of the United States Incorporated,and of the shamefully small number a folks in power internationally. welp, globally, if you will. Well worth watchin, and yep, it's long, but the research behind it is purty cast-iron and highly commendable.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-1158343264447729869&hl=en-GB

She's got a kinda irritatin voice, ( more sandpaper than silk) an I won't be singin any duets with this lil lady but I am singin her praises