 It is simply a means for the U.S. to present viewpoints which are in the interest of U.S. foreign policy, but which will be acceptable or more acceptable to the intended target audience than will an official government statement.The activity engaged in appears to emanate from a source (government, party, group, organization, person) usually hostile in nature.The interest of the U.S. government is concealed and the U.S. government would deny responsibility.