Buddy Huggins’ Post

#The #Ugly #History #at #the #Root #of #the #Border #Standoff #Opinion #GuestEssay #NYTimes #March1 "#Ms. #García is a journalist whose work explores the role of #the #border and #its #mythologies #in #the #construction #of #US #identity, #race #relations and #violence."

Nesians, what does your culture mean to you? 🤔 Watch the full episode on our YouTube~ #islander #pacificislander #polynesian #instagood #motivation #trending #good #goodvibes #islands #polynesia #polypride #pacificroots #poly #poc #island #pacific #samoan #nesian

The main policy-rationale of the Rwanda-plan is deterrence. The belief that this works goes against the evidence on how migration reaponds to such measures.

Importance of Hawaiian Independence: - We illegally occupy Hawai'i. As mentioned in this video, their land was overthrown by American businessmen, who gambled with the law. America took no retribution against their own. What has been done to correct this? - Hawaiian culture is their own. Many Hawaiians are not against people being in Hawaii, but American wealth has tainted their land with tourist attractions. - Crimes against a culture: America suppressed cultural activities such as Hula and the native language when they first began their occupation. It is important that we recognize this crime. This video is an excellent place to find more information on the subject. #hawaii #culturalheritage #archaeology

While this is not an endorsement and I even critiqued her conduct recently (please see https://lnkd.in/gxYi7-Ph), considering Nikki Haley as a possible future first woman president, even though she doesn’t emphasize being a woman and is unlikely to win any primaries, reminds me of a leader coming from hardworking, educated immigrant parents. Nikki Haley, born Nimrata "Nikki" Randhawa Haley, holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Clemson University. Before entering politics, she contributed to the private sector. Her political journey includes serving as the Governor of South Carolina from 2011 to 2017 and later as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations from 2017 to 2018. Notably, her background seamlessly blends business acumen with public service. Turning to the Sununu family, John Sununu (whom I met along with General Colin Powell, and respected both of them), a former Governor of New Hampshire from 1983 to 1989, earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT. His service extended to being Chief of Staff to President George H.W. Bush from 1989 to 1991. His son, Chris Sununu, the current Governor of New Hampshire, holds a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from MIT. Chris, with a background in business, previously served on the New Hampshire Executive Council. Reflecting on Chris Sununu’s positive energy and drive (also, say Larry Hogan in MD and many other trustworthy, smart, ethical, servant leaders), one might wish to channel it into a new generation of leaders who, irrespective of political affiliations, collaborate to make a meaningful impact and rise above divisive attacks and falsehoods (my top recommendations for key issues are: https://lnkd.in/gGcRDPxr). We need trustworthy, ethical, informed, effective leadership, integrating elements of transformational, adaptive, servant, and strategic leadership. No more neglect or blaming others. What are your thoughts? Please vote in all elections — primaries, caucuses, and general elections. Your concerns, hopes, and visions are welcome. — Ps. For transparency on my perspectives, I wrote about them some time ago: https://lnkd.in/gmSBpZqp. As an example, I expressed the wish that the late General Colin Powell would have run for office. Here's a more recent post: https://lnkd.in/g59_s98G. #Leadership #Progress #Purpose #Governance #Accountability #Ethical #Civility #NikkiHaley #ChrisSununu #Platform #Life #Freedom #Government #DataDriven #Policy #Vote

An interesting Ted Talk by Kate G. about the Modern Slavery, hidden in plain sight. According to the statistics by the Home office in 2022: -there were 16,938 potential victims of modern slavery referred to the Home Office in 2022, representing a 33% increase compared to the preceding year (12,706) and the highest annual number since the NRM began in 2009. -the large increase in referrals from government agency first responders has driven this increase which could be linked to the increase in detections at the border and, particularly, the large increase in small boats arrivals. -around three-quarters of referrals (77%; 13,004) were sent to the Single Competent Authority (SCA) for consideration and the rest (23%; 3,934) were sent to the Immigration Enforcement Competent Authority (IECA). -Albanian nationals overtook UK nationals as the most commonly referred nationality in 2022, with Eritrean nationals being the third most referred the competent authorities issued the highest number of reasonable and conclusive grounds decisions in 2022, with almost 17,000 reasonable grounds and just over 6,000 conclusive grounds decisions made; of these, 88% of reasonable grounds and 89% of conclusive grounds decisions were positive. -the Home Office received 4,580 reports of adult potential victims via the DtN process, the highest annual number since the DtN began. https://lnkd.in/eD6wZgyP https://lnkd.in/e2heXCUr #modernslavery #uk #lawenforcement #postiveoutcomes #bordersecurity #referrals #NRM

In response to the #statement of the Israeli #ForeignMinister about expelling the people of #Gaza to an artificial #island, Hamas Senior leader, Osama Hamdan remarks: "Let him and the settlers go to that island. These are not words of someone who understands the significance of holding onto their #homeland. As for us, we will remain in our land and liberate it, just as our ancestors freed it from many #invaders." #FreePalestine #savechildren #StopTheOccupation #EndTheApartheid #BoycottIsrael #PalestinianLivesMatter #StandWithPalestine #JusticeForPalestine #solidaritywithpalestine #StoplsraeliWarCrimes #SanctionIsrael #BDS #HandsOffAlAqsa #PalestinelsNotAlone #fromtherivertothesea #LongLivePalestine #PalestineExists #speakup #awakeup #youarenotalone #standwithhumanity #standforhumanity #behuman #forces #unitednations #internationallaw #internationalcriminalcourt #internationallawfirm #children #savethechildren #amnestyinternational #amnesty #icc #palestinianlivesmatter #humanity #humanitariancrisis #humanitarianaid #humanityfirst #ceasefire #ceasefirenow #ceasefirenow #unitednations #humanrightswatch #icrc #TheRoyalHashemiteCourt #fire

More world leaders need to rise up to bring this apartheid and land grabbing system to an end. It is the source of instability in the region. It is the only solution for a lasting peace in the region. Wanting equality and peace for all parties is not antisemitic! Every race and religion should be allowed to live safely next to each other. We need to find a sustainable solution. Genocide and ethnic cleansing is not a solution!#stopthegenocide #stoptheethniccleansing #stoptheapartheid