Totalitarianism is best understood as any system of political ideas that is both thoroughly dictatorial and utopian. It is an ideal type of governing notion, and as such, it cannot be realised perfectly. I was YouTube browsing when I came across an interesting interview regarding China’s political system, totalitarianism. Former Brigadier General Robert Spalding…
Tag: Politics
Man-Made Starvation in Zimbabwe is a Global Crisis
My good mood could only last so long, I see. The following information comes out of Africa News. Zimbabwe is on the brink of man-made starvation. Hilal Elver, a United Nations special expert, advised that she found stunted, underweight children, mothers too hungry to breastfeed their babies, and medicine shortages in hospitals during a 10-day…
Deeper Reasons Behind Haiti’s Protest
The protest happening in Haiti has made international news all year. My initial observation was that fuel and food shortages, the economic crises, and the demand for President Jovenel Moise’s resignation were the root causes of civilian anger. But further research has unpacked a few more things. The following information comes from Aljazeera.com, by way…
French Colonial Rule In West Africa
Greetings All, I’ve been trying to stay abreast with international news, specifically with Africa, and came across some information that led to further research. According to BBC News, there have been a few protests throughout Paris, France regarding immigration. The demonstrators behind this are called “The Black Vests.” The Black Vests The “Black Vests” migrant…
Online Salute
Greetings Folks, For the past decade, I’ve noticed that Black Politics has been a hot-button topic in my community. I don’t know if it’s due to Barack Obama’s presidency or the rise of Black consciousness, but organizing and gaining a political education has become paramount to our progression. There are a few independent media outlets…
Tax Reform
Greetings Folks, For the past few weeks I’ve been following the GOP tax bill which is set to take effect in 2018, and after further research, I have far more concerns than ever before. Here are a few points, for those who may not be aware. This will be the first significant reform in the…
Holistic Therapy
Greetings All, I was reading up on the latest hot topic regarding upcoming budget cuts towards government assistance programs, and it had me thinking about a few things. According to The Washington Post, President Trump’s budget proposal, which follows the Republican Healthcare Bill, is set to cut more than $800 billion over the next 10 years…