politics

Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.

The Meaning Of Socialism
Introduction I follow a few left-wing American commentators who do embrace Socialism in their politics but still manage to denigrate it in their posts. These are a few of the ones I am talking about, Bernie Sanders, Dean Obediah and Robert Reichs:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 7 months ago in The Swamp
Progress is woven, not layered
Within the 21st Century version of Capitalist “Democracies” that we all live under, especially for those of us born after 1980, so Millennials, Gen Z, etc. We’ve come to grow fond of Social Justice issues such as; LGBTQIA+ Rights, Abortion Rights, Women's Rights, Immigrant rights, etc. As much as I am also fervently in favour of all of these and much more, there is an issue with the way that we’ve gone about them, and I don’t think the issue lies with the issues themselves nor the policy changes that have been achieved in correcting them. The issue lies with what we think progress is, or how it's applied to societies. Within the “liberal” framework of things, progress is layered on top of society, and this comes with one big issue. These layered policies can be stripped away by another government, very, very, easily. And there is no buyers remorse button for many western countries, once a country has voted in a Government there is very little that can be actualised to course correct a government that’s trying to strip back these layers.
By Ashyr H.7 months ago in The Swamp
What the F#%k is wrong with people?. Content Warning.
Let’s skip the pleasantries. What the f%#k is wrong with people? I’m not talking about policy disagreements or ideological divides. I’m talking about the daily flood of soul-curdling nonsense that makes you want to walk into the sea. I’m talking about the kind of willful ignorance, cruelty-as-a-branding-strategy, and internet-addled brain rot that now passes for public discourse.
By Jeff Olen7 months ago in The Swamp
Why the World Doesn’t Really Want Peace
Why the World Doesn’t Really Want Peace (And Why That Should Terrify Us) If every world leader stood on a stage today and claimed they wanted peace, would you believe them? Most people would. Because peace sounds noble, beautiful, and human. But the harsh truth is: the world doesn’t truly want peace. At least not the kind of peace that challenges power, money, and control.
By Muhammad zeeshan7 months ago in The Swamp
What I Learned Growing Up in a Cult. Top Story - June 2025.
Earlier this week I was talking to a coworker about life. After a while, we somehow got on the subject of religion. I had to explain that I have an aversion to most organized forms of religion, having been raised in a church that at the time was very cult-like, and later after a split, the faction that stayed with the original leader went full cult. But that begs the question.
By Atomic Historian7 months ago in The Swamp
Radio Free California: Resistance Handbook Chapter 3
[Opening Theme Music: static, shortwave tuning, faint siren wail in the background.] ANNOUNCER (calm, serious, resolute): This is Radio Free California. Day 19 of the creeping coup. Broadcasting from the occupied zone.
By Jeff Olen7 months ago in The Swamp
NATO Summit in The Hague Signals Shift Toward Greater Defense Spending
has placed renewed emphasis on alliance unity, military readiness, and a significant increase in defense spending among member states.
By Shehzad Khan7 months ago in The Swamp
U.S. Strikes Deal Blow to Iran’s Nuclear Program
Acording to multiple Western intelligence sources, the precision strikes have inflicted considerable damage on key facilities linked to Iran’s uranium enrichment infrastructure, setting back the country’s nuclear ambitions by several months. However, analysts caution that the disruption is likely temporary, and Iran retains the knowledge and capacity to resume its nuclear activities.
By Big Story7 months ago in The Swamp
"The Iran-Israel Conflict: Assessing the Human and Financial Cost on Both Sides"
The Iran-Israel conflict, although not declared as a full-scale war, has taken a dangerous turn in recent years. Through cyber-attacks, proxy warfare, drone strikes, and missile attacks, both nations have inflicted serious damage on each other — directly and indirectly. This shadow war, largely played out across Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and even international waters, has caused significant human, political, and financial losses.
By Big Story7 months ago in The Swamp
When the Badge Becomes a Bludgeon
“When a long train of abuses and usurpations…” Thomas Jefferson wrote, warning that tyranny doesn’t arrive all at once. It creeps. It disguises itself in uniforms. It insists it’s just following policy.
By Jeff Olen7 months ago in The Swamp
Did Donald Trump Deserve the Nobel Peace Prize? A Look at His Peace Efforts. AI-Generated.
The Nobel Peace Prize is one of the world’s most prestigious honors, awarded to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to peace and conflict resolution. Over the years, many global leaders and activists have been recognized for their efforts to promote harmony and prevent war. Among these names, former U.S. President Donald Trump emerged as a controversial candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize, sparking intense debate about the nature of his contributions and the political implications involved.
By Asad Ali7 months ago in The Swamp
The Ceasefire Everyone’s Talking About, And Why No One Believes It
*I was scrolling through the news at 4:17 AM when I saw the headline. “Trump Declares Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran.” I blinked. Re-read it. Then laughed out loud. Not because peace isn’t welcome but because no one really believes it’s real.
By Bevy Osuos7 months ago in The Swamp