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Explaining his decision to travel to Venezuela for the commemoration, he said: “I was in France, preparing to return to the Congo, when I received a request to record a video for this tribute. But I didn’t hesitate—I told them I wouldn’t send a video; I would go in person. Venezuela is a country that has led a struggle similar to ours. For years, its leaders have fought for their people, just as Lumumba did to liberate the Congo from colonialism. I am certain that if Lumumba were alive today, he would be a brother to Simón Bolívar, a friend to Nasser, Nkrumah, Hugo Chávez, and all those who have dedicated their lives to justice and the liberation of their peoples.”

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 2 days ago (12 children)

There should be no veto power and states* that export violence and their proxies should have no place on any human rights councils.

He recalled his father’s words: “Independence is not a gift. We cannot import democracy or revolution; we must create our own. What works in the United States may not suit Burkina Faso. Venezuela has chosen its path, and each country must decide what is best for its people.”

If only the global West could innerstand and overstand this.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 2 days ago (1 children)

the west understands. it serves them to continue their imperialism.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I don't think the populace does.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 day ago (1 children)

the populace doesn't need to understand, just to obey.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago
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