It's not at all my impression of the NY Times, and I read it often. Certainly they print some things supporting the 'war machine' and sometimes print unofficial government statements without challenging them enough (in the same article), but I would bet they also print plenty of articles that challenge the 'war machine', I would bet as much or more than any other major publication.
The articles they printed by Judith Miller before the Iraq War are unforgivable, however.
Looking at the original emails,[1] it seems legitimate to me. The CIA seemed to want to know if something classified was being leaked. I expect and hope any publication would make careful, informed decisions about releasing information that potentially could harm people.
Then this: 'As of February 12, 2014, the United States is ranked 46th in the Reporters Without Borders Press Freedom Index.'