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Autoimmune trauma of 9/11 and Derrida’s deconstructive reflection on its politics
The analysis by French philosopher Jacques Derrida of the mainstream geopolitical discourse that led to 9/11 reverberates to this day.
9/11 reminds us that we must show strength in the face of evil
Weakness on terrorism and enabling Trump disparage the brave Americans who redirected flight 93 on 9/11 away from the Capitol.
Crisis in Afghanistan: a note on why the Taliban cannot be trusted
The idea that the Taliban can give “general amnesty” to the Afghan population is unacceptable. Above all, the Taliban cannot be trusted.
Peaceful transition of power in Zambia: cautious optimism best
Cautious optimism is best in regards to the future of Zambia’s democracy despite the unfolding peaceful transition of power to Hichilema.
Florida Speaker Sprowls Unmasked
Chris Sprowls, the GOP speaker of the Florida House, needs to review his election website especially the section called “Get To Know Chris Sprowls.”
Black America: No More Fake Friends
The right to vote is so important that black Americans, disenfranchised for so long, can no longer afford fake friends and part-time allies.
Manchin “Anxious to Meet” Texas Democrats
Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.) is “anxious to meet” with Texas Democrats who broke quorum back home, shying away from filibuster remarks.
Who Is Justifying Money Politics In America?
Money is always the problem when it comes to ethical decision making and is precisely why it has to be regulated to the point that it can’t be used to bribe.
On The Latest Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling
The Republican justices on the United States Supreme Court have just ruled that Republican state legislators can discriminate against minority voters.