Tag: Africa: AFRICOM is the Question

NOVANEWS Margaret Kimberley Freedom Rider: AFRICOM is the Question “They use ludicrous terms like ‘gold star family’ and make the case for continued American aggression around the world.” The desire to be affirmed by American society has dangerous consequences for black people. This pernicious dynamic creates the inclination to worship any black face in a high place or to defend questionable activity. The death of special forces Sergeant La David Johnson in Niger is a case in point. Donald Trump’s racism and stupidity prevented him from performing the simple task of conveying appropriate condolences to Johnson’s widow. The ensuing brouhaha focuses on what Trump said in the phone call overheard by Congressional Black Caucus member Frederica Wilson. Almost no one is asking about the...