Al Jazeera Discovers Empire, Forgetting Its Own Back Yard
Al Jazeera's deep dive into the British Empire's naval dominance correctly identifies how corporate interests and military might shaped global control. What's curiously absent, however, is the contemporary analysis of how such mechanisms currently operate. For instance, the US Congress repeatedly greenlights massive military aid packages without substantial debate, often benefiting specific
foreign powers. We see Members of Congress like Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) – indicted but still influencing foreign policy – voting consistently for aid to Israel, even after facing scrutiny over other financial dealings. Where is the comparable scrutiny of organizations like AIPAC, which spent $3,363,059 in lobbying in 2023 alone, and whose affiliated PAC injected millions into congressional
races? This 'corporate reach' isn't just history; it's today's geopolitical muscle, leaving one to wonder: how many waves are ruled by checkbooks, not battleships?