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Why Did Ukraine Launch a New Counteroffensive Against Russia?
Ukraine's Counteroffensive: Slow and Steady Gains Overpowering Russia's Artillery Stronghold After months of hype and preparation, Ukraine finally launched its long-awaited counteroffensive against Russian invaders in the east. Progress has been slower and more incremental than many hoped. However, Ukraine is steadily grinding down Russia's advantages. This article examines Ukraine's evolving strategy and tactics allowing it to gain ground despite stiff resistance.
By Info2 years ago in The Swamp
BLACK ROCK(INFLUENCE AND POWER)
INFLUENCE AND POWER In 2010, Ralph Schlosstein, the CEO of Evercore Partners and a BlackRock founder, called BlackRock "the most influential financial institution in the world."[20]
By ARTIST2 years ago in The Swamp
For Women's History Month, President Blasts the Rest of the World
March 11th (Santa Rosa, CA) – March is Women’s History Month, which started right here in Santa Rosa as just a single week in 1978. By 1980, the week became recognized at the federal level before expanding to the whole month in 1987. It was a great surprise and honor, then, that the recently installed President of the United States requested to give a speech before the Commission on the Status of Women—which founded and administered the original celebratory week—to commemorate this year’s observances.
By J.P. Prag2 years ago in The Swamp
The Emergence of a Multipolar World
In the dynamic landscape of global politics, the 21st century has witnessed a transformative shift towards a multipolar world. Traditionally, the world order was dominated by a bipolar structure, with the United States and the Soviet Union as the primary superpowers during the Cold War. However, the collapse of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s marked the end of a bipolar system, giving rise to a unipolar world led by the United States. This unipolar moment was characterized by American hegemony, where the U.S. held unprecedented influence over global affairs.
By Suganthan2 years ago in The Swamp
BLACK ROCK (THE RISE AND HISTORY)
BlackRock, Inc. is an American global speculation organization situated in New York City. Established in 1988, at first as a venture risk the executives and fixed pay institutional resource chief, BlackRock is the world's biggest resource administrator, with US$8.59 trillion in resources under administration as of December 31, 2022.BlackRock works universally with 70 workplaces in 30 nations, and clients in 100 countries.BlackRock is the director of the iShares gathering of trade exchanged reserves, and alongside The Vanguard Gathering and State Road, it is viewed as one of the Huge Three file store managers.BlackRock is ranked 184th on the Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by revenue.
By ARTIST2 years ago in The Swamp
Two Birds, One Stone
Before I begin this article, I must emphasize a few things. One, this is not a defense, nor condemnation of the actions these sailors have taken. Two, I in no way have any knowledge of their cases beyond what is publicly available. Three, this article is not intended to be your sole source of information on this case. It is but a start for more critical thinking about these cases, and others like it.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in The Swamp
NIGER COUP 2023. Content Warning.
In one of the world's most unstable nations, Niger, an apparent coup attempt has been made by a group of soldiers, claiming to have removed President Mohamed Bazoum from power. This dramatic development unfolded in the capital, Niamey, where armed troops blockaded the presidential palace.
By Suganthan2 years ago in The Swamp
Frustrated and Restless
I have so much frustration pent up and I've got to rant and vent again. I just spent my Tuesday morning watching videos of towns and cities around the United States that are swamped with homeless people and failing economies. Poverty, crime, and depression in abundance in many towns and cities and it breaks my heart. This is not the America I remember from my childhood in the 70s. This is not the America I remember as a teenager in the 80s. I know some things started going bad for America in the 90s, but now in this new millenium, things have gone from bad to horrible, and I don't want to sit here and do nothing but whine and cry about it. I want to get out there and get my hands dirty and do whatever I can.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 years ago in The Swamp
"From Greece to Lebanon: The Shock Doctrine at Work"
"Lebanon: A Nation in Crisis" Lebanon, a country known for its rich history and cultural diversity, has been grappling with a severe crisis that has shaken its very core. From economic collapse to political turmoil, Lebanon's story is one of resilience, but also a stark warning of the consequences of neglecting a nation's welfare.
By Sergios Saropoulos2 years ago in The Swamp
RUSSIA’S INVASION OF UKRAINE VIOLATES INTERNATIONAL LAW
I haven’t written anything about the Russian Federation’s armed attack against Ukraine until now. Since it’s been dominating the international news for well over a year, I didn’t think I had much to add.
By David Morton Rintoul2 years ago in The Swamp
'Divide and Conquer' Isn't Just a Phrase...
Does the phrase 'Divide and conquer' mean anything to you? Does it at least sound familiar? I thought as much. When you think about it, what comes to mind? A strategy used by monarchs and presidents alike in the past, but do you still see its effects in modern society. You might not notice it, or might not think of it too much, but we are divided in so many ways, that I can hardly count them. We fight like cats and dogs now more than ever, but why? Why is it so hard for us to get along, make a compromise and meet in the middle. It can be easy, if the right person is in power, but that's not the case in America's society. I have yet to see someone who perfectly listens to both sides of an argument and THEN makes a statement/law. I usually see people who lean more on one side than the other, and that shouldn't be the case at all. Maybe it's just me, but a leader should NOT be biased.
By Inky Rose 2 years ago in The Swamp
What does burning the Quran mean?
Recently, the two manifestations that occurred in Sweden got me thinking about two backbones of human societies: freedom of speech and religion. Even though the latest one was about a month ago, while reading the Treatise on Tolerance, written by Voltaire, these events always popped up in my mind.
By Vik's opinion2 years ago in The Swamp