Red Start Podcast Neocolonialism: The Final Stage of Imperialism by Kwame Nkrumah (Part 1)
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Apr 12, 2021 This podcast explores the life of Kwame Nkrumah, his involvement in African activism, and the formation of the Convention People's Party. It also discusses the CIA's involvement in the Ghanaian coup, power dynamics between European governments and international conglomerates in the global South, and the potential of DSA as a workers party.
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Kwame Nkrumah's Biography
- Kwame Nkrumah, born in 1909 in the Gold Coast (modern Ghana), was influenced by W.E.B. Du Bois and Marcus Garvey.
- He advocated for Pan-Africanism and led Ghana to independence in 1957.
Neocolonialism Explained
- Neocolonialism, as described by Nkrumah, is the last stage of imperialism where corporations control former colonies indirectly.
- This control is maintained through economic policies and debt, hindering true independence.
Lessons for Socialists
- Consider the challenges faced by socialists in underdeveloped countries under neocolonialism.
- Analyze historical movements, successes, and failures to inform current organizing strategies.