Donald Trump was out today trying to paint a rosy pictu of his wildly unpopular war with Iran. It runs directly counter to the facts as we understand them. Here's what he told his friend Maria Bartiromo yesterday.They have no leaders, the leaders they haven't in the United States. Right now it's a new regime, okay. And we find them pretty reasonable to be honest with you.By comparison, pretty reasonable. It really is a new regime. And I think we're doing very well but it only matters what the end result is ...

The government has tried—and failed—to ease the hardship in this one-time coal powerhouse. Locals aren’t waiting for help. “We’re on our own.” https://t.co/rG43BwLY5t ...

The government has tried—and failed—to ease the hardship in this one-time coal powerhouse. Locals aren’t waiting for help. “We’re on our own.” https://t.co/uf1DttPNu6 ...

'The hungry can't stay silent' - behind deadly protests in oil-rich Angola https://t.co/juUq45oQwQ ...

Historical Context & Societal Division - Britain experienced divisions in the 1970s, including anti-immigrant sentiment, rising unemployment, and a mid-decade recession, creating an environment for far-right political parties and racist violence [4] - Economic hardship correlates with increased anti-immigrant sentiment and spikes in racist violence, leading to repetitive cycles of societal issues [7] - Racial violence in the UK is not merely individual acts of hatred but reflects the ongoing impact of a fallen empire on the sense of belonging [12] Social Movements & Identity - South Asian communities mobilized against racial violence following the murders of Gurib Singh Chagar and Alab Ali [5] - Asian youth movements were inspired by black power and civil rights movements, challenging racism in institutions like the police, schools, and legal system [9][10] - These movements fought for a sense of belonging, which was not and still isn't shared with them [13] Recommendations & Future Outlook - Redefining Britishness is necessary, incorporating the historical impact of the British Empire beyond its borders [13] - Confronting the history of domination by the British Empire and sharing a sense of belonging are crucial for breaking the cycle of division [14][16] - Educating the miseducated and challenging the institutions that perpetuate division are essential steps towards a more hopeful future [16]