Hatred of the country and its people has largely been generated by the US, says Vijay Prashad, and it's time 'this madness of our times' stopped.
Hatred of the country and its people has largely been generated by the US, says the writer, and it's time 'this madness of our times' stoppedA new kind of madness is seeping into global political discourse, a poisonous fog that suffocates reason. This fog, which has long marinated in the old, ugly ideas of white supremacy and Western superiority, is clouding our ideas of humanity.
The general malady provoked by the fog is deep suspicion and hatred of China, not just of the government or its leadership or even the political system, but hatred of the country and of Chinese civilisation, hatred of just about anything to do with China...You’ve always trusted us to help you navigate the world. Support the Sunday Times by becoming a premium member for only R80 and keep the conversation going. You can cancel anytime.
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