politics
Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.
Explaining How the George Floyd Uprising Was Quickly Forgotten. Top Story - January 2023.
I remember when I first heard about George Floyd's death. My partner had asked if I had heard about this new police shooting of a Black man, and I mistakenly thought he was referring to Tony McDade, a Black Trans man who was murdered two days later. I was confused by people suddenly caring about Floyd when I had already seen the videos that year of so many Black men and women killed by the police.
By Alex Mell-Taylor3 years ago in The Swamp
Riot at Chinese-funded nickel plant in Jakarta kills two
Riot at Chinese Consulate in Houston On July 22nd, 2019, a group of protesters gathered outside the Chinese Consulate in Houston, Texas. The demonstration was sparked by the Chinese government's treatment of Uighur Muslims in Xinjiang province, where it is estimated that over 1 million Uighurs have been detained in "re-education" camps. The protest, however, quickly devolved into a violent riot, with protesters breaking windows and setting fire to the consulate building.
By Naveed Jamal3 years ago in The Swamp
Rise of Algerian nationalism and French resistance
The Rise of Algerian nationalism and French resistance during the World War II era was a significant period in the history of Algeria. This era saw the emergence of a new generation of Islamic leaders in Algeria who opposed French rule. The National Liberation Front (FLN) and the National Algerian Movement were among the most notable groups formed during this time. The colons, also known as pieds noirs, dominated the government and controlled the majority of Algeria's wealth. They continuously blocked or delayed any attempts at reform.
By Suthakaran3 years ago in The Swamp
The Inside Story of Operation Urgent Fury: A Look Back at the Invasion of Grenada
1. Introduction: • Brief overview of Operation Urgent Fury, including the background and reasons behind the operation Operation Urgent Fury was a military operation conducted by the United States in 1983, aimed at invading and capturing the island of Grenada, which had undergone a communist coup. The operation was launched in response to a request for assistance from the Governor-General of Grenada and to protect American citizens on the island. The coup had led to a power struggle and a state of emergency in Grenada, and the new communist government posed a potential threat to the security of American citizens and the stability of the region. The operation was authorized by President Ronald Reagan as a measure to restore democracy and protect American citizens in Grenada
By Rohan Ravichandran3 years ago in The Swamp
YOUR MASK IS YOUR RELIGION, NOT MINE
Personally, I’ve been criticized a lot for admitting that I’m a political Anarchist because most people believe that they need a government to keep them safe. Seriously? If that’s the best argument you’ve got, then you’d better try again. In the 20th Century, more people were killed by their government than they were by the luxuries of cancer or heart disease. It’s a little thing called democide, ever hear of it?
By M. ROCK STONE3 years ago in The Swamp
Could One Weapon Change Geopolitics?
A new Chinese weapon has just been uncovered at the 2022 Zhuhai Air Show. Two missiles marked “2PZD-21” were seen mounted on pylons beneath the wings of an Xian H-6K strategic bomber that landed at Jinwan airport in Zhuhai, the southern coastal city where the biennial Air Show China was being held.
By James Marinero3 years ago in The Swamp
