The modern nation-state has been premised on the violent creation of permanent minorities ruled over by ethnic or religious majorities, argues Mahmood Mamdani. The acclaimed scholar of colonialism and anti-colonialism reflects on the United States, Nazi Germany, South Africa, and Israel — settler-colonial societies built on internment and ethnic cleansing. He calls for a decolonialism … Continued


Law & Disorder

Despite Concerns, SF and Oakland to Enforce Speeding Tickets with Traffic Cameras; Michigan Fails to Compensate for Wrongful Imprisonment

One of the many laws going into effect this week will roll out in San Francisco and Oakland, two of six pilot cities which will start enforcing speeding violations with automated surveillance cameras that send tickets out on their own, in an effort to prevent traffic accidents and pedestrian deaths. Joining us to discuss the … Continued


UpFront

Israel’s Latest Strategy in its Invasion of Gaza; Taking Stock of Bidenomics

0:08 — George Bisharat is a Professor Emeritus at University of California College of Law, San Francisco. His research and writing focus on international legal aspects of Palestine/Israel and on U.S. policies toward the Middle East 0:33 — Doug Henwood is an economic journalist and host of KPFA’s “Behind the News,” which airs Thursdays at … Continued