John Harker

Joined December 2024

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Former HR exec | Advocate for liberal democracies & equality | 🐾 Animal lover, proud husband & dad | 🇪🇺 Pro-EU & rejoiner | Anti-MAGA & Trump | Believer in a brighter, united future.

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How Trump's Tariff Actions Could Boost China's Global Reputation
The Tariff Landscape: From Protectionism to Global Fallout In 2018, the Trump administration imposed sweeping tariffs on Chinese goods, citing concerns over intellectual property theft, state subsidies, and trade imbalances. The move affected over $350 billion worth of goods and sparked a tit-for-tat trade war that escalated tensions between the world’s two largest economies.
By John Harker9 months ago in History
Reviving the Spirit of Activism
Introduction In the annals of American history, democracy has always been a torch held high—a beacon of hope, equality, and justice. Yet today, we stand at a precipice. The very principles that underpin our democracy are under assault by an emerging class of oligarchs whose unchecked influence threatens to erode the foundations of our society. Now more than ever, we must draw inspiration from the grassroots movements of the 1960s and 70s—eras marked by courage, outrage, and an unyielding demand for justice. It is time to reignite that spirit of activism and rise against the forces that seek to undermine the American dream.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in History
The Failure of Merrick Garland to Investigate and Indict Trump
As Donald Trump prepares to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, the actions—or lack thereof—of Attorney General Merrick Garland have come under intense scrutiny. While it is important to recognize that approximately 277 rioters have been sentenced to prison for their roles in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, many argue that Garland’s failure to investigate and indict Trump represents a significant lapse in accountability. This retrospective examines what Garland should have done early in his tenure to uphold the rule of law and restore public trust in the justice system.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in History
The New Jersey "Drone" Sightings
In recent months, a series of mysterious so-called "drone" sightings across New Jersey have captured public attention and stirred debate. While local authorities and enthusiasts speculate about the origins and purposes of these drones, an alternative explanation is emerging: these sightings may be symptomatic of a deeper societal anxiety, exacerbated by the political climate and the looming prospect of Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Humans
Why Is Keir Starmer So Terrified of The Daily Mail’s Bark?
Keir Starmer, the Labour leader with a forensic mind and a former prosecutor’s knack for precision, seems strangely preoccupied with the opinions of a newspaper whose influence, while loud, is not what it once was. The Daily Mail, long the lodestar of Brexit-blind bluster, remains a lightning rod for some politicians’ anxieties. But as Starmer inches toward a more European-friendly stance, the real question isn’t what The Daily Mail might say, but why he appears so rattled by the prospect of its reaction.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Critique
Shifting from Resistance to Opposition
Introduction You’ve seen it. I’ve seen it. We’ve all seen it: millions of people mobilizing—marching, posting, organizing grassroots campaigns—to push back against the Trump administration’s assault on democracy. This resistance has been nothing short of extraordinary. But here’s the real question: is resistance enough? What if it’s time to stop playing defense and start controlling the game?
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Humans
A Love Letter to America’s Ideals
As an admirer from afar, my heart aches as I watch the United States grapple with challenges that threaten the very essence of what made it a beacon of hope for the world. This great nation, forged on the timeless promises of liberty, equality, and justice, stands at a crossroads. Its Constitution and Declaration of Independence called for a “more perfect Union,” an ideal where the rights of all people would be protected, celebrated, and upheld. But today, it seems the harmony of those aspirations has been drowned out by discord, exclusion, and inequality.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Humans
Brexit: A Decision That Never Should Have Happened
Let's talk about Brexit. Because, honestly, it’s the political equivalent of trying to untangle Christmas lights while your house is on fire. It’s messy, it’s chaotic, and it didn’t have to be this way. The decision for the United Kingdom to leave the European Union – that grand, historic entity cobbled together from the ashes of conflict to ensure peace and prosperity – is one of the most consequential and, frankly, reckless decisions in modern British history. And, spoiler alert: it should never have happened.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Critique
The Seeds of Their Demise
The USA is standing at a crossroads in its history. On one side, a MAGA-driven Republican Party has seized control of the White House, Congress, and the Supreme Court. For many, it’s a moment of dread, fear, and uncertainty. But let’s take a step back. Let’s breathe. And let’s talk about why this consolidation of power may, in fact, be the beginning of the end for Trumpism and its grip on American democracy.
By John Harkerabout a year ago in Humans