“the death of old certainties understandably represents a moment of grief and reckoning for Europe. However, for the great majority of countries… many of which form a part of the Global South—precariousness has been a defining feature of geopolitical and geoeconomic life.” 1/3
“Now is the time for Europe to retire its old superiority complex & embrace the opportunity to learn from its former colonies, some of which have (over decades & centuries) developed the art of surviving–even thriving–in a world of whimsical, sometimes Nero-esque, great powers.”
“time for European countries to engage in some self-reflection and address the demons within their own polities. For instance, there are vocal & growing minorities in European societies that find resonance with the Trump administration’s stance on immigration and immigrants.” 3/3