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Oligarchy, Empire, Revolution w/ Hilary Goodfriend & Jorge Cuéllar
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U.S. Military Influence in Central America
This chapter explores the brutal military repression in El Salvador and Guatemala during the 1980s, examining the U.S. government's sponsorship of state terror practices. The discussion highlights the devastating impact of U.S. counterinsurgency programs, including forced disappearances and human rights violations, and contrasts the political landscapes of both countries amidst neoliberal economic transformations. It further delves into the broader implications of U.S. military intervention as part of a long history of American imperialism and anti-communist policies, illustrating a complex relationship rooted in Cold War dynamics.
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