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The West often views military actions differently based on who is doing them. For example, invading a country for security reasons is seen as wrong for Russia but accepted when done by Israel.
The label 'terrorist organization' is often used by Western powers to justify their actions and military interventions, and it's seen as a tool to control the narrative rather than a factual designation.
The world is becoming unpredictable, and many believe that anything can happen. This means there is hope for positive change, as circumstances can rapidly transform in unexpected ways.

There is a push for action against Iran despite lack of evidence.
Admiral Stavridis' rise in the military and political circles is characterized by toadying and political maneuvering.
His involvement in conflicts like the Libya intervention and advocacy for aggressive actions in Russia and Syria raises concerns.

Mexico's President AMLO criticized US 'interventionism' and funding opposition groups, feeding tension between the two countries.
CIA-associated organizations like USAID have a history of supporting right-wing opposition groups in various countries to challenge governments that challenge US foreign policy interests.
AMLO advocates for cooperation and friendship in US-Mexico relations, opposing far-right US politicians who push for military intervention in Mexico over issues like drug trafficking.

Major Western governments claim power and wealth privileges but avoid responsibility when things go wrong.
The U.S. was hyper-interventionist in the 1990s, despite claims of being on a 'holiday from history'.
The U.S. and its allies have earned a bad reputation due to their actions and choices.

Attacking drug cartels with military force is not a solution and would make things worse.
Using military action in the drug war ignores underlying causes and would not address drug trade demand.
Support for reckless military interventions reveals a lack of consistent opposition in the Republican Party.

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China is experiencing a recession, not a depression.
Interventionist policies are impacting China's economy.
Despite challenges, China's economy is driven by a free market with opportunities for growth.

The top Latin America advisor for US President Joe Biden, Juan Sebastián González, hinted at US interference against Colombia's new left-wing president, Gustavo Petro, citing historical actions the US would have taken.
González has a background in the State Department and National Security Council, and made the comments in Spanish during an interview with Colombian media.
The new Colombian president, Gustavo Petro, has historical ties to the M-19 armed movement, has shown a shift in relations with Venezuela, and faced issues with US-influenced organizations like the Organization of American States.

President Milei's speech at 2024 WEF highlighted the negative impact of interventionism on small businesses and families.
Big corporations and global leaders support interventionism to maintain power and control over citizens, while the burden falls on the middle class and small businesses.
Acceptance of destructive policies by global leaders is driven by fear, resulting in economic struggles for the middle class and small businesses.

Interventionism, once a common practice for the US, has fallen out of favor with the public over the years due to costly wars, military failures, and lack of success in conflicts.
Public opinion in the US has shifted towards anti-interventionism, with many Americans opposing military interventions to stabilize conflicts, promote democracy, or protect business interests abroad.
While some interventions have been catastrophic failures, not all military actions should be dismissed, as there have been instances like World War II and Kosovo where intervention led to positive outcomes.

American military history has deep roots tied to business interests and global domination, evident from the early years to present conflicts.
The Cold War led to the rise of the American military-industry complex, fueled by fear and threat inflation, impacting global politics.
The Global War on Terror highlights the paradox of fighting for peace, draining resources, causing widespread harm, and eroding American values.