EP 162: Trump's Presidency, Tech, and the Changing Face of Imperialism

In this work, Lenin builds upon Marx's theories to propose a stage of capitalism characterized by the dominance of finance capital and the formation of monopolies. He argues that imperialism is a result of the concentration of capital, the growth of industrial and banking monopolies, and the export of capital to colonies. Lenin provides empirical evidence and statistical data to support his analysis, highlighting the predatory and anticompetitive behaviors of cartels and the inevitability of war arising from the contradictions of imperialism.

Kwame Nkrumah's "Neocolonialism, the Last Stage of Imperialism" is a seminal work analyzing the persistence of colonial exploitation in post-independence Africa. Nkrumah argues that despite formal political independence, economic and political structures remained controlled by former colonial powers. He details how neocolonialism maintains unequal power dynamics through economic dependence and political manipulation. The book emphasizes the need for Pan-African unity and self-reliance to overcome neocolonialism. Nkrumah's analysis remains relevant in understanding contemporary global power dynamics and the challenges faced by developing nations. It serves as a powerful critique of global capitalism and its impact on former colonies.