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Dig: Woke Wars w/ Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, Olúfẹ́mi Táíwò, & Mike McCarthy

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The Intersection of Woke Politics and U.S. Foreign Aid

This chapter examines the interplay between 'woke' culture and DEI initiatives in the context of U.S. foreign policy, specifically focusing on USAID's dual role in humanitarian aid and imperial objectives. It highlights the criticisms of USAID's funding mechanisms, suggesting they may reflect a broader shift towards a MAGA-influenced approach to American global influence.

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