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Trump Is An Idiot! Canada Can Simply Join The BRICS.

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 18 implied HN points • 16 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Colonialism
  1. Canada is not dependent on the US for its economy but instead has resources that the US needs. This means Canada can easily find alternatives to trade if the US's relationship with them becomes strained.
  2. The issues in Canada, like homelessness and economic struggle, stem from poor policies influenced by US interests and trade agreements. Many Canadians feel they are being taken advantage of by American trade practices.
  3. Canadians are becoming unhappy with the US's control over their resources and markets, leading to a desire for Canada to seek out new partnerships and opportunities, potentially looking to join groups like BRICS.

no.37: shops and houses

let them eat cake • 99 implied HN points • 15 Oct 20
🍲 Food & Drink Colonialism
  1. Different perceptions of value exist between 'western' coffee houses and 'local' kopitiams.
  2. 'Kopi' culture in Singapore has evolved and grown in national pride over the years.
  3. The emergence of modern coffee trends in Singapore raises questions of colonialism and capitalism in the food industry.

Orwell Comes to Campus: The Ideology of Settler Colonialism

The Octavian Report • 8 implied HN points • 25 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Colonialism
  1. Settler colonialism is a theory that explains how some societies have replaced indigenous populations. It highlights a history where settlers took land and resources, often causing harm to native peoples.
  2. The term 'settler' now includes not just the original settlers but anyone who lives in those areas and isn't indigenous, which can lead to complicated discussions about who belongs where.
  3. Many people today use the idea of settler colonialism to criticize modern issues like inequality and environmental exploitation, seeing them as ongoing results of historical injustices.
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Our Middle Asian Frontier with Kashgar - Niva, 1879

The Library of Alexandria Ultima • 4 implied HN points • 03 Jul 25
💾 History Colonialism
  1. Kashgar and Yarkand are key cities in the Tarim Basin, important for trade routes connecting Central Asia and India. They sit within a desert region surrounded by mountains.
  2. The area was mostly a mystery to Europe until the 1850s when Russian expansion began to reveal more about it. It had long been kept secret by China's Qing Dynasty, limiting European access.
  3. The historical context includes the fall of the Kashgar Khanate and its interest to both Russia and Britain, highlighting the region's complex political landscape.

Violence in Israel-Palestine Is A Choice.

JoeWrote • 26 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. The ongoing violence in Israel-Palestine is a result of choices made by the Israeli government.
  2. Historically, conflicts like the one in Israel-Palestine have been resolved when oppressors choose to end the oppression.
  3. Israel has the power to end the cycle of violence by making choices for peace, but has chosen to perpetuate the conflict.

Was the British empire evil?

CIEO • 4 HN points • 20 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. The dominant view of the British empire as evil is being challenged by a new book that examines historical facts and moral judgments.
  2. Nigel Biggar's book explores accusations against the empire like greed, slavery, racism, violence, and exploitation in a measured and informed way.
  3. The rise and fall of the British empire over 300 years was diverse and nuanced, with the book dispelling the myth of a brutal genocidal dictatorship and questioning the political and academic traction of a distorted interpretation of history.

Anarchist hero Murray Bookchin was a Zionist who whitewashed Israeli colonialism and war crimes

Geopolitical Economy Report • 59 implied HN points • 14 Jun 19
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. Murray Bookchin, an anarchist hero, had controversial views about Zionism and Israeli colonialism.
  2. Bookchin's ideas on social ecology and libertarianism garnered him a saint-like status within the anarchist community.
  3. The article sheds light on Bookchin's complexities regarding his stance on Israeli actions and his anarchist beliefs.

BRICS? Can't Beat Em? Join Em?

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 6 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. BRICS is creating a new way for countries to trade using their own currencies, setting a different standard from the Western-dominated forex market. This means countries like Zimbabwe can now better showcase and sell their resources.
  2. Western nations are starting to realize they need to adapt to this new order or else risk continued isolation and loss. This shift suggests they might ease tensions and reconsider their sanctions against BRICS countries.
  3. The growing influence of BRICS could lead to stronger relationships with non-Western countries, potentially hurting US dominance. However, there are discussions about fairness and reparations for past colonial actions that might complicate future dealings.

The Spice Must Flow: The Dutch-Portuguese War-Part 1

Of All Trades • 10 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
💾 History Colonialism
  1. The Dutch-Portuguese War lasted nearly 70 years and involved major powers like Spain, England, France, China, and kingdoms in South Asia.
  2. The conflict represented a clash between capitalism and mercantilism, with the Dutch East India Company fighting for shareholder value.
  3. The war reshaped maritime legal policy, led to the development of Mare Liberum, and catalyzed the rise of capitalism as a dominant global force.

The Naryn Fortification - Nikolai Zeland, 1888 & A. Sokolov, 1908

The Library of Alexandria Ultima • 5 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
💾 History Colonialism
  1. The Naryn Fortification in the Tianshan Mountains was a crucial outpost with military and commercial significance for Russia, controlling a key route from Kashgar.
  2. Russian colonialism in the region had economic benefits for nomadic peoples but also led to loss of freedom as they became dependent on trade with sedentary communities.
  3. The Naryn area's harsh conditions, low temperatures, and high altitude presented challenges for agriculture, leading to the need to import food items like bread and fruits.

The Congo wars revisited

Wood From Eden • 2 HN points • 15 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. The Congo Wars were not traditional wars with clear opponents and objectives, but rather a chaotic conflict with multiple confusing factors.
  2. The geography of the Congo, historical divisions, and outside influences like colonial powers all played a role in shaping the complexity of the conflict.
  3. Resource exploitation, internal divisions, and international interventions were key factors that fueled and prolonged the Congo Wars.

The Story of the Coconut War

Terra Nullius, by Ned Donovan • 1 HN point • 10 Apr 23
💾 History Colonialism
  1. The New Hebrides was governed by a unique Anglo-French condominium with separate legal systems and authorities.
  2. The bizarre situation in the New Hebrides resulted in two police forces, different laws, and even unique citizenship status for the islanders.
  3. The Coconut War in Vanuatu marked the end of the peculiar governance, ultimately leading to a unified police force and currency for the nation.

Violence. Part 2

Black Lodges • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. The colonial history of Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde unfolds against European imperial ambitions and the impact of colonialism on the inhabitants.
  2. Amílcar Cabral played a central role in the liberation of Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde from colonial rule in the 1970s.
  3. Cabral emphasized the importance of tangible material improvements for the people in the fight against colonialism and for independence.

The West's war on Islam

Neosapien’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Colonialism
  1. The West's historical foundation of liberal democracy places limits on the power of the popular vote
  2. Left-wing movements might support Muslims, but often focus on a racialist viewpoint rather than a true belief in solidarity
  3. The Right has historically opposed Muslims based on race or xenophobia, despite recent attempts to build bridges

Long read: Èṣù Is Not Satan

libraryofthought • 0 implied HN points • 26 Dec 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Colonialism
  1. Èṣù is not Satan in Yorùbá spirituality, despite being equated in colonial translations.
  2. Colonial missionaries distorted indigenous beliefs by mislabeling Èṣù as Satan, impacting Yorùbá identity and spiritual practices.
  3. Careful translation is crucial to preserve the cultural and spiritual integrity of deities like Èṣù and Kālī.

Did Jodhabai Change India's History?

FutureIQ • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 24
💾 History Colonialism
  1. Jodhabai, also known as Mariam-uz-Zamani, was a powerful figure in Indian history, influencing trade and politics during her time. Her role as an international trader helped shape the Mughal Empire's dealings with European powers.
  2. She was mistakenly known as Jodhabai due to a mix-up in historical records. Her real name and origins highlight her significant, yet often unrecognized, contributions to the empire.
  3. Her business savvy and connections ultimately affected the outcomes of British and Portuguese trading efforts in India, giving her a vital role in the balance of power during a critical period in history.