Author: Linden Harlow
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Rethinking Violence: From Oppression to Peace in Eco-Socialist Vision
### The Monopoly on Violence: A Tool for Oppression or a Path to Peace? In the labyrinth of political discourse, few concepts stir as much controversy and invoke as many impassioned debates as the principle that states must possess an exclusive monopoly on violence. This doctrine, deeply embedded in the fabric of modern governance, asserts…
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Rethinking Militarism: A Call for Justice and Peace in U.S. Foreign Policy
In the wake of a heart-wrenching tragedy that saw the loss of three valiant U.S. service members, the corridors of power in Washington have been buzzing with discussions on how to respond. These deliberations, shrouded in both concern and contemplation, signal a critical juncture for U.S. foreign policy – particularly in its stance towards Iran…
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Challenging Reductionism: Shaping Global Discourse Beyond Sensationalism and Towards Sustainable Peace
In the labyrinthine corridors of global politics, where every word is a potential spark and silence can be as loud as an outcry, the role of media in shaping public perception and discourse cannot be overstated. Yet, there exists a glaring dissonance between the gravity of international relations and the often reductive framing employed by…
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Navigating the Murky Waters: The Complexities of Middle East Strikes and Hostage Diplomacy
In the shadowed corridors of power, where decisions are made that ripple through lives and landscapes thousands of miles away, there lies a stark dichotomy between the pursuit of justice and the complexities of geopolitical maneuvering. It is within this murky realm that the United States finds itself entangled as it responds to provocations in…
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From Aggression to Justice: Rethinking Global Security in an Eco-Socialist World
In the shadowed corridors of power, where decisions are weighed on scales unseen by the public eye, a narrative is unfolding—one that could shape the course of our world in ways both profound and potentially perilous. The recent attacks on three U.S. service members have thrust the United States into a moment of reckoning, a…