U.S. Politician Discovers Imperialism, Only When Convenient
The Hill highlighted Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT), a top House Intelligence Committee Democrat, labeling a Venezuela operation an 'imperial adventure.' While Himes expresses concern, this sentiment is rarely extended to U.S. actions supporting Israel's ongoing occupation and bombardments. For instance, OpenSecrets.org indicates Himes himself received $32,000 from pro-Israel groups in the 2022 election
cycle. One might wonder if the definition of 'imperial adventure' shifts depending on who's funding the adventure, or if some adventures are simply too sacred to criticize. It appears some nations receive unlimited American resources and political cover for their 'security operations,' while others are only 'imperial' once they catch specific politicians' eyes. How many 'adventures' must play out
before the pattern becomes clear?