TrueAnon Episode 143: Haiti
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Mar 11, 2021 Dr. Jemima Pierre, an organizer with the Black Alliance for Peace and a UCLA professor, sheds light on Haiti's tumultuous history with U.S. interference. She dives into the painful legacy of foreign intervention that has contributed to the country's political turmoil and struggles for sovereignty. The discussion covers the rise of youth-led protests and the disconnect between foreign organizations and local communities. Pierre urges a rethinking of U.S.-Haiti relations and highlights the need for public awareness of these critical issues.
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Moise's Contested Presidency
- Jovenel Moise refuses to step down after his presidential term ended in 2021.
- Western governments support his claim to stay until 2022, causing protests and political crisis.
Militarized Support for Moise
- Moise has built a large, heavily armed security force funded by Western backers.
- This military build-up supports his authoritarian rule despite Haiti's poverty.
US Influence in Haitian Leadership
- Moise was handpicked by former president Martelly, who was installed by the US.
- This shows continuous US influence in Haitian politics across administrations.