Rev Left Radio Farce, Finance & Fascism: Margaret Kimberley on Empire in Decay
Jun 18, 2025
Margaret Kimberley, a senior columnist at Black Agenda Report and leader in Black Alliance for Peace, delves into the decline of U.S. empire and late-stage capitalism. She provides critical insights on U.S. foreign policy, including military support to Ukraine and the implications of Gaza's situation. Kimberley discusses the evolution of American fascism and the disconnect within the political system. With firsthand accounts from delegations to the Global South, she highlights resistance against U.S. domination while inspiring hope for grassroots movements amid rising challenges.
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U.S. Empire's Decay and Control
- The U.S. empire is in decline but still predatory and dangerous.
- Its political system is backward, controlled by oligarchs, and deliberately misinforms the public.
Tariffs Can't Revive Good Jobs
- Tariffs aimed at reviving manufacturing won't restore good jobs without union protections.
- Manufacturing jobs alone don't guarantee quality of life; strong unions made the difference historically.
Democrats Enabled Oligarchy Rise
- Democrats' failure to deliver progress created the conditions for Trump's rise.
- The party's oligarch control stopped real reforms despite promises, maintaining austerity for workers.