voting

Postmortems of voting woes, disenfranchisement, and how countries around the world elect government officials.

Escalating Tensions: Chinese Warship's Unsafe Encounter with US Vessel in Taiwan Strait, as Russia's Actions Fail to Affect China's Taiwan Intentions
In a recent incident, a Chinese warship came dangerously close to colliding with a US vessel in the Taiwan Strait. On June 3, the USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) and the HMCS Montreal (FFH 336) were conducting a routine transit when the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA(N)) LUYANG III DDG 132 (PRC LY 132) executed unsafe maneuvers near the USS Chung-Hoon. The Chinese warship violated maritime rules by getting as close as 150 yards (137 meters), prompting the US vessel to slow down and alter its course to avoid a collision. This incident follows another concerning event in late May when a Chinese J-16 fighter jet performed an unnecessarily aggressive maneuver while intercepting a US RC-135 aircraft over the South China Sea.
By M. A. Alam3 years ago in The Swamp
India's Prospects in Joining NATO-Plus. Content Warning.
The idea of India joining the NATO-Plus framework, an extended security arrangement including NATO and its treaty allies, has gained traction in American policymaking circles. This proposal aims to enhance global defense cooperation and counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. However, before India embarks on such a path, it is crucial to examine the implications and consider the country's unique positioning and aspirations.
By Suganthan3 years ago in The Swamp
Do What You Want
"Do what you must, do all you can, break all the fucking rules, and go to hell with Superman..." --Bad Religion People believe that nihilism is a destructive, pointless philosophical toilet bowl, wherein people who "just don't give a fuck" just...don't give a fuck. Actually, it's quite liberating. Once you realize the futility of earthly endeavors, the relatively brief period in this world in which you have to live and shine and define yourself, and deceive yourself into believing that, ultimately, anything you do here will matter after they shuffle you under the earth--an inexorable eventuality for every man and woman walking the face of the planet -- liberates you, somehow. It frees you from the petty, self-deceptive boxes you're commanded to choose to live in (but not with too much choice, really; there is only an alternative between Acceptable "A" and equally Acceptable "B") by a society that will otherwise rubber-stamp you as one of the "bad people." But even the "good people" get shoveled under, brought down by the relentless march of time.
By Tom Baker3 years ago in The Swamp
Nigeria politics
Chapter 1: Nigeria at Independence: Foundations of a Political Landscape Chapter 2: Pre- and Post-Colonial Political Movements: Shaping Nigerian Politics
By TOWOLAWI TUNDE3 years ago in The Swamp
Brazil
Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest country in the world by area. It is located in the tropics, and its climate is hot and humid. The country has a population of over 210 million people, making it the fifth most populous country in the world. Brazil is a federal republic, and its capital is Brasília.
By Nouman Yousaf3 years ago in The Swamp
Full Citizenship Extended to American "Nationals"
January 20th (Pago Pago, American Samoa) – “While the territories of the United States debate whether they wish to be a State or not,” the President demurred, “I, unfortunately, cannot grant them the full Constitutional rights to which they are entitled due to the Supreme Court finding again and again that only some rights apply to the outlying possessions of the United States.”
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
Tucker Carlson Next Moves
Tucker Carlson, the former Fox News host, is swiftly moving forward with his post-Fox career plans. After his controversial departure from the network, there are reports surfacing about his next moves, which include a potential campaign against Fox News itself. According to Axios, a close friend of Carlson revealed that he intends to rally allies to attack Fox News in an effort to either secure a role at the network or establish a right-wing rival. This shift in strategy marks a departure from Carlson's initial desire for a quiet exit negotiation with Fox. The source added that Carlson is prepared for a battle and possesses insider knowledge that could potentially expose sensitive information about the network.
By Suganthan3 years ago in The Swamp
Aladdin - BLACKROCK
Aladdin (Asset, Liability, Debt and Derivative Investment Network) is a technology platform developed by the world's largest investment management firm, BlackRock, to manage risk, portfolio construction, and trading for institutional investors. The platform was launched in 1999 and has since become a central component of BlackRock's operations. In this article, we will take a closer look at Aladdin and its impact on the investment industry.
By Suganthan3 years ago in The Swamp
Zelensky Sells UKRAINE to Blackrock
Recently, the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, held a meeting with the management team of BlackRock, the world's largest asset management company, to discuss the creation of an investment fund aimed at revitalizing the country's economy through both public and private capital. However, the news of the meeting has not been well-received by the public, with many netizens criticizing Zelensky for potentially privatizing and selling off the country to private firms like BlackRock.
By Suganthan3 years ago in The Swamp
Race to the 51st State: Puerto Rico vs. D.C. vs. Everywhere Else
January 20th (San Juan, Puerto Rico) – Since the time of Christopher Columbus, the island-territory now known as Puerto Rico has never been independent and free. For hundreds of years, it remained a Spanish colony until the United States “liberated” it in 1898. After that, it endured as a territory of the United States federal government despite multiple attempts to change the status quo in any number of ways. Yet, perhaps it is different this time and Puerto Rico really will finally become a State, or sail off as its own sovereign nation.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
After Bulldozing Internationalism, President Announces "New Manifest Destiny"
January 20th (Cape Alava, WA) – Manifest Destiny. These two words elicit a strong response in the American psyche. Depending upon the person, this may bring feelings of exceptionalism; that the United States had—perhaps through divine providence—a mission to spread democratic ideals from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific, and to keep European empires out of these lands. For those people already living in the path of the expansionists, it was seen as a racist landgrab that displaced and killed millions, paving the way for a uniquely American territorial empire that denied freedoms to most and is still in existence today.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
VOTE FOR TRUDEAU
Dear Justin, Sorcery, magic, and fraud have permeated Your kingdom. Expensive astrologists and crypto-siblings are scamming Your people and besmirching God.
By ANTICHRIST SUPERSTAR3 years ago in The Swamp