politicians
Reviews of the politicians kissing babies and running governments around the world; applaud and criticize the decisions they make and their implications.
President William Ruto's Transformative Vision
In a momentous address at the EU Parliament on November 21, 2023, President William Ruto of Kenya delivered a compelling and visionary speech that echoed through the chambers of global leadership. His words resonated far beyond the confines of the hall, symbolizing a rallying cry for a new era of global interdependence and collaborative action.
By Bagwasi Dennis3 years ago in The Swamp
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson For President?
For years, “The Rock” has publicly declared his desire to be president. His TV show, Young Rock, seems to solidify his intentions. Does celebrity status qualify individuals for high political office or make them ideal candidates to solve the myriad problems facing America?
By Joyce O’Day3 years ago in The Swamp
How a Poisonous Yellow Frog Explains Why Trump Leads the Polls
If you are ever in Columbia, keep your eye out for a tiny banana-yellow frog. Brightly coloured animals in nature generally mean danger. Beware. The Golden Poison Frog is a prime example. It’s the world’s most toxic animal. You will find it hopping around on the forest floor in broad daylight.
By Malky McEwan3 years ago in The Swamp
The Poisoned Mastermind
Leyi Johnson was a brilliant mind, a master of mathematics and politics. He ruled the chessboard of Nobi, making his moves in the shadows, confident in his power. But 33 years ago, he was trapped in a deadly plot, a game he did not know he was playing. His enemies had rigged the chessboard, and he was a pawn in their hands. His academic excellence, his strategic genius, his pragmatic skills, all became useless against the dark forces that schemed against him. He was outsmarted, outplayed, and outlived by the very game he thought he had conquered. The chessboard, his domain, became his doom, and Leyi was checkmated by the hidden hands that moved the pieces.
By Bagwasi Dennis3 years ago in The Swamp
All the Ways Joe Biden Has Made the United States Worse So Far
Introduction: Exploring the Negative Impact of Joe Biden's Policies Joe Biden's presidency has been marked by controversy and criticism, with many arguing that his policies have had a negative impact on the United States. This article aims to examine the various ways in which Joe Biden's policies have made the United States worse, focusing on key areas such as the economy, immigration, foreign relations, and public opinion.
By Timothy A Rowland3 years ago in The Swamp
Putin Is NOT Dead
To calm down the rumors of his death, tuned-up and refreshed Putin has conducted a meeting with his Security Council today (Monday, Oct.30). I asked ChatGPT to translate his introductory remarks. Consider this the reaffirmation of his anti-West foreign policy. I personally believe this is one of the most hostile anti-American speeches to date, also addressing the antisemitic events in Makhachkala (Dagestan, Russia) this weekend:
By Lana V Lynx3 years ago in The Swamp
"Is Putin Dead?". Top Story - October 2023.
The Russian online public sphere has been buzzing with new rumors of Putin's death this week. On Tuesday, a rumor started to circulate that he had a heart attack and was in poor shape. And on Thursday (Oct.26, 2023) an anonymous "Russian Foreign Intelligence Service General" account on the Russian social media platform Telegram posted this:
By Lana V Lynx3 years ago in The Swamp
The Piper Comes Calling
“it has been determined that probable cause exists to believe that City Councilmember John Lee (Lee) violated governmental ethics laws by accepting gifts in excess of the gift limit, failing to report gifts, misusing his City position, and aiding and abetting another person’s misuse of a City position.” – LA City Ethics Commission
By Carl J. Petersen3 years ago in The Swamp
Post-Neoliberalism: A New Option
The past few decades have witnessed the rise and dominance of neoliberalism as a prevailing economic and political ideology in Western culture. Neoliberalism, as a hegemonic bloc, is characterised by its emphasis on deregulation, privatisation, and a laissez-faire approach to the economy, and exists as a guide for political and economic decision-making since the 1980s (Lévy et al. 2022). Despite Tony Blair’s claim that the UK is entering an era free of ideology, there is an argument to be made that there isn’t no ideology whatsoever, rather a universal blanket ideology of neoliberalism. As the consequences of this neoliberal paradigm become increasingly evident, from the existence of foodbanks, to the neoliberalisation of language (see phrases such as “I’m investing in myself!”, “this is my personal brand”, or a more personal instance in which a friend described a date they were preparing for as “nearly boardroom ready”). Owing to this, it is perhaps crucial to examine the need for a potentially post-neoliberal alternative in modern British politics, and as such, this essay explores the continued hegemony of neoliberalism within mainstream political parties in the UK and argues that the emergence of a third "post-neoliberal" option is essential to challenge the dominance of neoliberal capitalism and work towards fostering a more equitable society.
By Callum Blades3 years ago in The Swamp
