This morning Judge Nap featured an excellent interview with Jeffrey Sachs. The overall theme of Sachs’ presentation was the disturbing extent to which it’s possible to argue that the American Empire simply stepped into the shoes of the British Empire, or is even just an extension of the British Empire. For Americans, this should be disturbing because it argues a betrayal of the whole vision of the American Founding—although some might argue that it was a fulfillment of the Hamiltonian vision. I don’t know enough history to decide, so I’ll stick to the first, since that’s the version that is most clearly embodied in our founding documents.
Bill Clinton completely understood, as stated in his first inaugural, that the US, driven by the post WWII “establishment,” had indeed taken over for the Brits…the British MI6/propaganda having worked…
"Perfidious Albion" is a term historically used to describe Britain, particularly in the context of international relations where it suggests a sense of betrayal or deceit. It's often associated with diplomatic maneuvers or actions that are seen as duplicitous or self-serving. The term has deep roots in history, reflecting perceptions and attitudes towards Britain's role in various global affairs over time.
‘The Special Relationship’: How the British Reconquered the United States and Established an Anglo-American Empire. https://cynthiachung.substack.com/p/the-special-relationship-how-the
Bill Clinton completely understood, as stated in his first inaugural, that the US, driven by the post WWII “establishment,” had indeed taken over for the Brits…the British MI6/propaganda having worked…
Perfidious Albion is still top financial player.
Yes the USA has been "independent" only between Jackson
and Jekyll Isle
"Perfidious Albion" is a term historically used to describe Britain, particularly in the context of international relations where it suggests a sense of betrayal or deceit. It's often associated with diplomatic maneuvers or actions that are seen as duplicitous or self-serving. The term has deep roots in history, reflecting perceptions and attitudes towards Britain's role in various global affairs over time.