Tag: Culture
CrossTalk on EU: Whose values?
We have become accustomed to EU elites messaging the importance of values. Not everyone in the bloc agrees. In fact, a growing number of conservative and populist forces are speaking out against what some call Brussels’ ‘colonial’ outlook. Conservatives and populists talk the language of family and culture. EU elites talk of values to create a European superstate. …
North American cultural genocide, a third thumb, Israel’s political conflict
Recently, the remains of 215 indigenous children were found on the grounds of a Canadian boarding school. Lee Camp reports on the cultural genocide perpetrated against the indigenous people of North America. The deaths were part of a systematic campaign to indoctrinate the indigenous people whose land was being stolen by the US and Canada. The impact and extent of this cultural genocide still remains a mystery that requires a significant response to fully understand and seek justice for the victims. …
Who is a fascist?
Who is a fascist? Given the state of our politics, a fascist is your political opponent, your mortal enemy, even. Tragically, and dangerously, the term ‘fascist’ is more often than not a political slur, made to destroy someone’s character. Fascism is both an odious ideology and political practice. We all should be careful when referencing it. …