As a reminder, there is not a current class that is using this blog. However, there is still reason to discuss current events and issues in the world as they relate to the topics at hand. There are still conflicts occurring in the world which may set the stage for later genocidal potential and actions.
Iraq is an example of an old state creating within itself a new state. The sectarian divisions between Sunni, Shi’a and and Kurdish populations may well provoke power struggles and blame frames. The influence of Neighboring Iranian Shite influence may well flame the flames of retribution for past injustices imposed on the Shi’s by the Bathist/Sunni government. The current presence of foreign soldiers on sacred soil will do little to deter this possibility.
The many situations in Africa give cause for concern. Poverty, starvation, politicalpower conflict and struggle pit one tribal/ethnic group against one another. The West offers platitudes and placates the groups in power.
The situation in Myanmar continues to concern as a government considers outside assistance a danger after a natural disaster that has left nearly 100,000 dead. The toll will continue to survive. It is possible that the lack of compassion for those that suffers is an exclusion of aid to those that oppose the current governments policies. This cannot be verified since this is such a closed nation-state.
So much to learn! So much to consider!
Peace is the Way–Compassion is the Concourse–Truth is the Thoroughfare.
David
