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In reply to the discussion: Ukraine's former President &Prime Minister to formalize and strengthen alliance with Neo-Nazi groups [View all]Xolodno
(7,337 posts)...But its still too much. Any ultra-right wing bloc (or even left wing) makes a tempting target for a "unity government"...and they will always demand some influence in exchange for their support. And lets be frank, a portion of Ukraine does not favor, trust, etc. this group or any political group associated with them. And given history...can't blame them.
This is DU...were supposed to in "theory" favor progressive ideals. Not be apologist for right wing governments or governments with right wing tendencies.
Granted this 7% has a right to be represented. However, that doesn't mean they are right...in a perfect world...they would be ignored in there demands...but sadly...it doesn't work that way.
But regardless, we should be in opposition of these type of groups...if...for nothing else encourage, others not to fall in line.
Its ok to be against Putin for being anti-gay, anti-democracy, etc. But at the same time, its ok to be anti-imperialism, anti-forced ideology, etc. Its not one side vs. the other....its human rights vs. human rights. Each side battling what is acceptable in society. However, governments, media, etc. make it to be two sides...even if you don't agree with everything on one side.
We were given two choices, side with the USA narrative or the Russian narrative. I don't subscribe to either and here is my proof:
1. The USA funded and provided the overthrow of a Russian favored PM.
2. They then next "helped" a government that was anti-Moscow...and pro west that would yield to their demands.
3. Russia invaded Crimea...and area strategically important....an area the USA swore off as a cost for a friendly government on Russia's doorstep.
4. Russia encouraged and financed the revolts in eastern Ukraine.
5. Russia has forced the USA to recognize that they will not be able to incorporate Ukraine into NATO...and depriving them of access to their energy resources........
Yes....this is all about energy. If Somalia had significant oil...I guaran-damn-tee we would hold control of the nation. But Ukraine does have energy resources....hence "our interest" in a nation that was part of the Russian Empire before the USA existed. If they had no energy resources...I'd doubt the get a footnote in American Media.
In the first Gulf War...I marched with others at my college...saying "no blood for oil". My wife's family lost much in having to flee from Persia when the Shah took over. The Ukraine issue is all about energy and who controls it....the loser will be Ukraine.