Progressive political scientist Michael Parenti is in fine form in this recent speech, which brings together his key insights about the practice and purpose of the US Empire and imperialism. Some of Parenti's main points will be familiar to long-time fans. Here they are made with fine wit and good specific examples from current events.
He argues that the purpose of our imperialism is not national glory but rather the further enriching of Wall Street and transnational corporations.
Parenti spoke at the University of Guelph (Ontario) on November 2, 2011. Audio (edited by KD) taken from the videotape of the talk available at dandelionsalad.wordpress.com.
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Several other installments of New World Notes feature Michael Parenti. A search here on "Michael Parenti" should turn them up
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