The Socialist Program with Brian Becker Why The U.S. Won't End The Korean War
Jul 30, 2025
The podcast dives into the historical complexities of the Korean War and the unfulfilled promise of a peace treaty. It critiques U.S. media narratives about North Korea while highlighting the ongoing struggles and resilience of countries affected by imperialism. The discussion emphasizes North Korea's diplomatic goals, showing its focus on normalized relations rather than denuclearization. Moreover, it challenges misconceptions about the DPRK, advocating for a reassessment of military threats and U.S. expenditures in the context of global peace efforts.
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1953 Armistice Under Nuclear Threat
- The 1953 armistice ended hostilities but was signed under nuclear threat pressure from the U.S. to China and DPRK.
- It acknowledged U.S. failure to extinguish the DPRK and prevented nuclear bombings on Korea and China.
Korean War as Genocide
- The Korean War caused around 4 million Korean deaths, qualifying it as a genocide.
- Ending the war was crucial given the scale of destruction and loss of life.
DPRK and Cuba as Socialist Liberation Movements
- DPRK and Cuba emerged from post-WWII anti-colonial revolutionary waves combining national liberation with socialism.
- Both became targets of U.S. imperialism, resulting in persistent conflict and embargo.
