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Saturday Commentary and Review #152

Fisted by Foucault • 356 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Immigration Military Ethnicity Sovereignty Globalism
  1. The idea of surnames being changed at Ellis Island is a myth; immigrants changed their names later by choice.
  2. North Korea is showing signs of potential attack on South Korea, with a focus on war preparation themes.
  3. The decline of the US machine tool industry since the 1980s has raised concerns about national industrial capabilities.

A conversation about monarchy

Gray Mirror • 89 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Monarchy Revolution Regime Change American Revolution Sovereignty
  1. The article discusses the importance of understanding historical events beyond myths and legends, pointing out the need to delve deeper into actual history to gain a more accurate perspective.
  2. It emphasizes the significance of moving beyond ideological narratives and recognizing the complexities of past revolutions and political structures to learn valuable lessons.
  3. There's a call for a deeper understanding of the nuances in historical events to avoid getting caught up in superficial or false representations of the past and to make informed decisions for the future.

Breaking History Ep 31: The Ghost of United Fruit Still Haunts Latin America

Matt Ehret's Insights • 196 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
💾 History Latin America Imperialism Sovereignty Geopolitics
  1. The episode discusses the impact of 180 years of imperialism on Latin American nations, focusing on the legacy of United Fruit.
  2. It highlights how centuries of imperialism, economic warfare, and Anglo-American influence have contributed to poverty in Latin America.
  3. The post mentions the role of immigration in Latin America's struggles, tying it to ongoing operations influenced by London-directed agendas.

Trump, the Ballot, and the State of Exception

In My Tribe • 379 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Elections Sovereignty Governance
  1. In extreme cases of emergency, the law may not be able to handle the situation effectively.
  2. Political officials in some states are making decisions that can be seen as declaring a 'state of exception.'
  3. The issue of sovereignty and decision-making power has been a point of contention during crises like the 2020 election and the COVID pandemic.

Putting the recent coups in the Sahel in broader perspective

An Africanist Perspective • 1761 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Democracy Geopolitics Sovereignty
  1. The recent coups in the Sahel are not just about democratic backsliding, but also reflect state-building failures and shaky sovereignty, with conflicting incentives among various actors
  2. Public support for military intervention in politics in some of these countries indicates frustration with the failures of democracy to deliver, highlighting the need for meaningful change and democratic consolidation
  3. The discourse on self-determination arising from the current crisis presents an opportunity to rethink governance, repair social contracts, and foster local solutions to regional challenges in the Sahel

USA vs the world: Blockade on Cuba opposed by 97% of countries at UN

Geopolitical Economy Report • 637 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics United Nations Sovereignty Human Rights
  1. The United States' embargo against Cuba is opposed by 97% of countries at the United Nations, with only Israel in support and Ukraine abstaining.
  2. The US has maintained a blockade against Cuba for over 60 years, with the goal of causing 'hunger, desperation, and overthrow of government'. This embargo costs Cuba an estimated $159 billion, roughly 150% of its GDP.
  3. Cuba suffers immense economic losses due to the US blockade, with $4.87 billion lost in just a year. The embargo directly harms the Cuban people and is considered a violation of human rights and an act of genocide by Cuba.

In Africa, Russia is playing the West like a fiddle

An Africanist Perspective • 573 implied HN points • 09 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Global South Sovereignty Foreign Policy International relations
  1. Russia's influence in Africa is hyped up in Western media compared to its actual economic and military ties with African states.
  2. African states respond to Russia based on their specific interests and not as puppets, often driven by the desire to access resources at lower costs, especially amidst economic constraints.
  3. African nations should be cautious not to overly rely on Russia militarily or economically, aiming to prioritize domestic sovereignty and economic growth by carefully considering policy decisions and avoid getting deeply entwined with Russia.

African Foreign Policy in a Multipolar Age

An Africanist Perspective • 376 implied HN points • 22 Dec 22
🌍 World Politics Foreign Policy Africa International relations Sovereignty Development
  1. Africa's growing population and demographic shift will increase its geopolitical importance in the future.
  2. African countries must focus on building strong states and state capacity to ensure physical safety, order, and effective regional cooperation.
  3. African leaders should be clear on their policy priorities, understand foreign actors' motivations, keep options open for partnerships, and promote healthy competition within Africa to advance the region's interests.

Zionism for Aboriginal Australians

Kvetch • 84 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Sovereignty Nationalism Women's Rights
  1. The discourse around the Voice to Parliament for Aboriginal Australians is complex and promises different things to different people.
  2. Aboriginal leaders seek real sovereignty and self-government, not just symbolic recognition.
  3. There is a call for a more ambitious vision for Aboriginal nationalism, possibly leading to the creation of a separate Aboriginal state within Australia.

Sovereign Individuals detected in Argentina?

BowTiedMara - Geoarbitrage & Mobility Assets • 176 implied HN points • 15 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Government International Law Sovereignty Activism Civil Liberties
  1. A couple and their children in Argentina refused to show ID, claiming to be 'citizens of the world'.
  2. They faced legal consequences for not following national laws and ended up in a situation involving federal authorities.
  3. The incident raises questions about personal sovereignty and the balance between individual freedom and state regulations.

Pakistan’s Imran Khan compares his ouster to CIA coup in Iran, criticizes Western colonialism

Geopolitical Economy Report • 219 implied HN points • 02 Jan 23
🌍 World Politics Iran Sovereignty Colonialism Palestine
  1. Imran Khan compared his ouster to a CIA coup in Iran, highlighting similarities in patterns of removal of governments.
  2. Khan emphasized the importance of sovereignty for countries, criticizing reliance on aid, foreign loans, and organizations like the IMF.
  3. He criticized Western colonialism, pointing out how it led to ruling elites in developing countries placing themselves above the law and engaging in corruption.

Salvador as a startup state

Gray Mirror • 57 implied HN points • 02 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Government Sovereignty Economy Technology Development
  1. Creating a startup state in El Salvador involves rebooting the government with a new executive authority to transform the country efficiently.
  2. A maximal state model, like classical monarchism, is proposed for poorly governed countries to centralize and nationalize reforms.
  3. Utilizing concepts like turbocapitalism and microacceleration can rapidly advance sectors like coffee, tourism, pest control, and medical research in El Salvador.

What just happened on Jerusalem's Aqsa Mosque?

Matthew's Notebook • 117 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Religion Nationalism Sovereignty Palestine
  1. Violence at the Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem is not just a result of religious conflict, but a fight over sovereignty involving modern institutions and factions.
  2. The Temple Mount, previously a Jewish temple, now houses the Aqsa Mosque and is a focal point for religious and nationalist tensions.
  3. The clashes over control and use of the Temple Mount highlight the complex historical and contemporary significance of the site for Jewish, Muslim, and Christian communities.

Whose Domain Is It?

Reboot • 26 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Internet Domains Sovereignty Economic Implications
  1. Small island nations like Anguilla generate significant government revenue from domain sales.
  2. The history of domain names involves a transition from community-run infrastructure to commodification.
  3. The assignment and management of domain names are political acts that signal autonomy and sovereignty.

2/3rds of Nicaraguans support leftist Sandinista Front: Poll debunks 'dictatorship' lie

Geopolitical Economy Report • 239 implied HN points • 04 Sep 21
🌍 World Politics Polling Parties Elections Democracy Sovereignty
  1. Around 2/3 of Nicaraguans support the leftist Sandinista Front, showing strong backing for the ruling government and President Daniel Ortega.
  2. Polls debunk the Western narrative of Nicaragua being a 'dictatorship,' with strong public confidence in the Sandinista government's respect for human rights and civil liberties.
  3. Nicaraguans display high levels of voter enthusiasm and satisfaction with democracy, supporting progressive government policies such as subsidies for housing, healthcare, and education.

Cuba at UN: Biden continues Trump's criminal attacks and unconventional warfare

Geopolitical Economy Report • 159 implied HN points • 23 Sep 21
🌍 World Politics UN Reparations Colonialism Sovereignty
  1. Cuban President Díaz-Canel condemned US imperialism and highlighted the detrimental effects of US interventions worldwide.
  2. Cuba called for reparations for slavery and independence for Puerto Rico, urging an end to unjust US policies towards these issues.
  3. Díaz-Canel expressed solidarity with various countries and addressed critical global affairs, condemning foreign interference and unjust sanctions imposed by powerful nations.

US bombing of Iraq and Syria is illegal aggression — Occupiers have no right to ‘self-defense’

Geopolitical Economy Report • 139 implied HN points • 29 Jun 21
🌍 World Politics Occupation International Law Sovereignty
  1. The US believes it can bomb and occupy other countries without consequence, but people are resisting US hegemony globally.
  2. US strikes on Iraq and Syria were illegal under international law as they were acts of aggression against sovereign nations.
  3. The presence of US troops in Iraq and Syria is illegal, and the Pentagon's justification of self-defense is not valid under international law.

Marrying the land: how we broke the ancient bargain

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 379 implied HN points • 01 Nov 15
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mythology Sovereignty
  1. In Celtic mythology, women held significant spiritual and moral power, linked closely to the land and nature.
  2. The power of Sovereignty, symbolizing women's power, determined the prosperity or downfall of the land and its people.
  3. The ancient Celtic concept of a sacred marriage between the king and the land symbolized respect for nature and the importance of harmony between feminine and masculine energies.