Colonial Outcasts New Jersey Drones and the Rising Police State: Reframing the Narrative on the Imperial Boomerang
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Dec 17, 2024 Rebecca Roberts, a former infantry officer and current organizer with About Face: Veterans Against the War, delves into the alarming rise of drones in domestic policing. She critiques the media's sensationalization of drone conspiracies while highlighting the real threats to privacy and civil liberties. Discussing the historical context of military technology becoming tools of surveillance, Roberts advocates for community resilience and action against police militarization. Prepare for a thought-provoking look at the intersection of modern surveillance and the urgent need for proactive resistance.
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Drones as Psychological Weapons
- In Gaza, drones harass refugees with disturbing sounds, including screaming and baby noises.
- A young man investigating these sounds was tragically shot and killed.
The Imperial Boomerang
- Repressive technologies used in colonial territories often return to oppress citizens in the imperial core.
- This "imperial boomerang" effect is central to understanding the rise of authoritarianism.
Drone Frenzy in New Jersey
- New Jersey residents are experiencing a "drone frenzy," with many mistaking ordinary aircraft for drones.
- Rebecca Roberts notes the widespread speculation and fear surrounding these sightings.