Tag: Global South
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The West’s Exploitation of Africa: A Philosophical and Political Critique of Eight Centuries of Plunder and the Fear of African Liberation
I approach the West’s 800-year exploitation of Africa with a lens that exposes its moral bankruptcy and systemic dependence on stolen resources and labor. From the trans-Saharan gold trade to modern mineral extraction, the West has built its wealth and perceived superiority through theft and plunder, not genuine progress. This economic exploitation has created a…
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The United States as the Epicentre of Modern Slavery: A Philosophical and Political Critique of Human Trafficking’s Enduring Legacy
We must make human trafficking dangerous. I approach the United States’ role as the top destination for human trafficking with a lens that exposes its moral and systemic failures. Far from being a beacon of freedom, the U.S. harbours a thriving market for modern slavery, particularly targeting children and women, with an estimated 400,000 to…
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The Fall of Western Civilisation: A Philosophical and Political Indictment of Its Oppressive Legacy and Global Decline
I confront the narrative of Western civilisation’s grandeur with a critical lens that reveals its systemic failures. Far from delivering on its promises of liberty and progress, the West has betrayed its people by prioritising oppression and suppression for fleeting gains, paving the way for its decline as the global community overtakes it in technology,…
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America’s Legacy of Dehumanisation and the Rise of China’s Cooperative Model: An American Philosophical and Political Critique
I approach America’s historical and contemporary conduct with a lens that exposes its foundational reliance on dehumanisation, originating with slavery and extending through its domestic and international policies. This legacy has fostered a cycle of exploitation and dominance, starkly contrasting with China’s approach to international relations, which emphasises harmony and mutual benefit, resonating with historical…
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The Desperation of a Crumbling Empire: Trump’s Geopolitical Gambits and the Shifting Global Order
I approach the current geopolitical landscape with a focus on the provocative rhetoric of U.S. President Donald Trump, particularly his statements about Canada and Greenland during his second term, which began in January 2025. Trump’s suggestions that Canada could become the “51st state” and his persistent desire to acquire Greenland from Denmark have sparked global…