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.
Rigathi Gachagua: Age, Net Worth, Education, Biography, Wife & More
Rigathi Gachagua is a seasoned Kenyan politician and former Deputy President, known for his outspoken nature, grassroots appeal, and firm political alliances. Born in Nyeri County, Gachagua rose from a provincial administrator to one of the most powerful offices in Kenya. His journey has been marked by both influence and controversy — from high-profile corruption allegations to his dramatic impeachment in 2024.
By Marveline Merab9 months ago in The Swamp
We Don’t Need More Rights—We Need to Defend the Ones We Already Have
Every few months, it seems like a new "right" is demanded: the right to housing, the right to healthcare, the right to a guaranteed income, the right to Wi-Fi. The list never ends—and neither does the assumption that the government has the power (and responsibility) to provide all of it.
By Robert Lacy9 months ago in The Swamp
Why the Russian Occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Is a Ticking Time Bomb for the World. AI-Generated.
A Nuclear Plant Held Hostage Since March 2022, the largest nuclear power plant in Europe — the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) — has been under Russian military control. Located in southeastern Ukraine, this massive facility was never built to operate under the barrel of a gun. Today, it’s not just a Ukrainian problem — it’s a global risk.
By Mykhailo Datsyshyn9 months ago in The Swamp
Royal Navy Achieves Historic First: Warship Destroys Supersonic Missile in Live-Fire Test. AI-Generated.
Royal Navy Achieves Historic First: Warship Destroys Supersonic Missile in Live-Fire Test In a landmark achievement that marks a new era in naval defense capabilities, one of the Royal Navy’s most advanced warships, HMS Dragon, successfully shot down a supersonic missile during a high-stakes military exercise. The interception, a first in the Royal Navy’s history, occurred during NATO’s Exercise Formidable Shield 2025 and has been hailed as a “historic first” in British maritime defense.
By Adnan Rasheed9 months ago in The Swamp
Johnson Sakaja: Age, Tribe, Wife, Biography, Net Worth & More
Johnson Sakaja is a prominent Kenyan politician known for his energetic leadership and commitment to public service. As the Governor of Nairobi County, he has played a key role in shaping the city’s development and governance.
By Marveline Merab9 months ago in The Swamp
Kipchumba Murkomen: Education, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Biography & More
Kipchumba Murkomen is a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, known for his sharp intellect, influential leadership, and dynamic career. From his early education to his rise as a key player in the country’s political landscape, Murkomen’s journey is one marked by determination and impact.
By Marveline Merab9 months ago in The Swamp
Anyang' Nyong'o: Age, Health, Education, Wife, Net Worth, Biography & More
Anyang’ Nyong’o has lived many lives. To some, he’s the sharp-minded professor who challenged the status quo in dusty university halls. To others, he’s the seasoned politician who’s steered through Kenya’s stormy political waters with quiet defiance.
By Marveline Merab9 months ago in The Swamp
Romanian Democracy Under Siege
Romania's recent political turmoil represents a stark example of establishment resistance to democratic change. The unprecedented annulment of presidential elections and subsequent targeting of nationalist candidates has raised serious questions about the health of Romania's democracy. This analysis offers a counter-perspective to Politico's recent article, "The shadowy warlord behind Romania's wrecked election," by examining the constitutional crisis through a different lens: one that prioritizes electoral sovereignty and questions the narrative of foreign interference.
By The INFORMER9 months ago in The Swamp
🇵🇱 European Elections and Rising Nationalism
Election Season in Europe: National Identity vs. EU Unity As spring 2025 turns to summer, voters from Warsaw to Lisbon—and from Bucharest to Dublin—are filing into gyms, town halls, and makeshift poll stations for the most consequential European election season in a decade. The headlines shout about populist surges, cyber-intrigue, and razor-thin polls, but the deeper story is an old question with new urgency: Can national identity comfortably coexist with the promise—and the constraints—of European Union unity?
By World politics 9 months ago in The Swamp
Mark Carney: Not Happy with UK Invite for Trump.
When Canadian Prime Minister visited Donald Trump at the White House, it was with one thing in mind. The fact that Trump, according to Mr. Carney, changed his mind on annexing his country was why he visited Washington. Trump, according to Mark Carney, has expressed not to annexe Canada now, but it still exists in his mind, at least as a desire.
By Nicholas Bishop9 months ago in The Swamp
