Books with category Global Affairs
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Confessions of an Economic Hit Man

2005

by John Perkins

Confessions of an Economic Hit Man by John Perkins is a gripping exposé of international intrigue and corruption. The book reveals the clandestine activities of economic hit men who manipulate countries worldwide into accepting massive loans, only to saddle them with enormous debts.

John Perkins, a former economic hit man himself, shares his firsthand experiences of how U.S. intelligence agencies and multinational corporations coerce foreign leaders to serve American interests. These tactics include fraudulent financial reports, rigged elections, and even blackmail. The ultimate aim? To ensure lucrative contracts for U.S. businesses.

This New York Times bestseller delves into the role of the United States, the World Bank, and other aid agencies acting as loan sharks, dictating terms and subjugating foreign governments. The narrative not only exposes these dark dealings but also offers a hopeful vision for a just and compassionate world.

With its compelling storytelling, Confessions of an Economic Hit Man challenges readers to rethink global economics and the pursuit of the American dream.

Hegemony or Survival: America's Quest for Global Dominance

2004

by Noam Chomsky

Hegemony or Survival: America's Quest for Global Dominance is a profound exploration by the world-renowned intellectual, Noam Chomsky, into the United States' relentless pursuit of global supremacy. For more than half a century, the U.S. has been engaged in a grand imperial strategy aimed at dominating the globe.

Chomsky meticulously dissects how this ambition manifests in aggressive policies, from the militarization of space to the dismantling of international agreements. With striking logic and thorough documentation, he shows how these actions align in a drive for hegemony that ultimately threatens human survival.

Chomsky argues that the pursuit of "full spectrum dominance" is not only perilous but also a threat to our planet's future. He vividly illustrates how the politics of global control, including state terrorism and unilateralism, cohere in a strategy that risks our existence. Through his lucid writing, Chomsky presents a compelling case for re-evaluating America's foreign policy and its implications for the world.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of power and the urgent need for change to avert a global catastrophe.

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