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Ethiopia: Abiy ran his own election as the Prosperity Party President and Won!

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reiterated a call for Meddemer (Synergy) for the realization of prosperous Ethiopia upon his election as president of the party. “I am absolutely sure that Ethiopia will prosper if you come together under the umbrella of Medemer” he underscored” (Fana Broadcasting Company – ‘Prosperity Party Elects Dr. Abiy Ahmed As President’ 12.03.2022).

There has been released on social media a two minute video-clip of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali own election to become a Party President in the Prosperity Party. This is the first delegate conference of the ruling party under his reign. It is clear that his words is law by now.

What is striking by the clip released from the conference yesterday. Shows that him as the leader was the one enforcing the polls. Announcing his candidacy and asking for others to challenge him. While seeing if the crowd and the delegates had the balls to contest him. He knew nobody would do that directly and his the unchallenged leader of the Prosperity Party. Therefore, it is really compelling what his says, as he gets elected.

It was live on ETV, which is the rebranded Ethiopian Broadcasting Company (EBC). The state broadcaster was sending it live and uncut. Thanks to someone who wanted to show the disgraceful way the PM became Party President. A person did translate the speech to show foolish it was. Remember this is a head of state and Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE). Not just some run of the mill, knob-head who is high on their own supply. No, this is supposed to be a leader of men and a respected reformer.

This is how he sounded like… right before he was elected by the delegates raising their hands.

Prime Minister Abiy before the voting:

Any other person that seconds Abiy as a candidate for President? I meant who supports the proposed candidacy[of Abiy]? Not like that. (Some started to raise up their hands) By speaking out [about me]. OK. Good. There are many people who second. Now, let me give you chance to a person who says: “Abiy has lead Prosperity [Party] for last 4 years, it is enough and we need a better person to lead this Party and Ethiopia? (hahahaha) Be Quite. There are many observing these elections. It should be democratic. If anyone has such [crazy] idea, we should be ready to listen. If there is any person who says Abiy should not be a candidate, let us give him a chance. If not by speaking, anyone who wants oppose [my candidacy] can also raise a hand, no problem, BIG SMILE… Anyone who opposes [my candidacy]? This is my last call. Any opposition? OK. Now, those who support Abiy’s candidacy, show me by raising your hands. I believe there is at least one-third support… [hahahaha]” – Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali (12.03.2022).

If you believe this sort of character and leader is fit. Do you… but he doesn’t seem reasonable. That a man does this and makes himself so superior. It says a lot. The Prosperity Party proves it doesn’t value democracy or proper procedure of elections. When they let the man who is the main candidate get to lead his own poll. That is what he did and it was live on ETV. Not just hearsay, but on National TV.

Anyone who reads that speech and words from Abiy should be shocked, but it just show his character and that nobody is reigning him in. His allowed to do whatever he likes and it doesn’t have consequences. That is evident. As the delegates was just waiting to raise their hands. They even started to early and he told them not to do that. Peace.

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Opinion: The Z stands for Fascism

Definition of fascism

often capitalized: a political philosophy, movement, or regime (such as that of the Fascisti) that exalts nation and often race above the individual and that stands for a centralized autocratic government headed by a dictatorial leader, severe economic and social regimentation, and forcible suppression of opposition” (Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, s.v. “fascism,” accessed March 13, 2022, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascism).

Since the 22nd February 2022 when the pictures of Russian military vehicles and tanks where marked with the insignia “Z” on the border regions to Ukraine. As the Russian Federation and it’s army had for weeks prepared the invasion of Ukraine. A plan, which was already established in January 2022 and 17 days ago the Russian forces invaded it. Making the insignia famous and since then we have seen how it has become a symbol to support the war inside Russia.

We have seen pictures of national athletes wearing it on their shirts at international competitions and even Ice-Hockey teams forming it before the match starts. It has been put into videos and propaganda material, as a way of supporting the war.

The power of “Z” is here and it’s evident a way of pride of the Russians. A means to have sign and a symbol of this war. Some has speculated that it was a sign of Zelensky, the Ukrainian President. Others though it could be of “Operation Z”, as Putin himself doesn’t call it a war, but a “Special Military Operation”. Some has speculate that it’s “Z” for Victory or “Z” for the West. However, non of these as been verified.

What is striking is that the “Z” can now be defined as the sign of the modern fascism of the Russian Federation. As it extols everything else. It is the mark and the brutal injection into the Ukrainian territory. Where it bombs, destroys and tries to install puppets in every occupied territory. Therefore, the “Z” symbolizes the fascism that comes from the Kremlin and Moscow at this point.

No matter what was the purpose or the reason for the “Z”. For the whole wide world and most onlookers, it is a symbol of modern fascism. The way a fascist and a nationalist Russia is conquering with brutal force and genocidal attempts to make Ukraine surrender on their terms. That is what the “Z” resembles to the rest of the world.

For the ones supporting and defending the war. It might be their token and logo of choice. As we have seen propaganda videos and ultra-national groups using it. Heck, former spies and Russian TV-Personalities has used it too on their social media. It is obviously a sign of support and part of the war effort.

When you use tactics like this and supporting mechanisms like these. Who strikes into the nerve of nationalism and support of your troops. While also using it to nationalize and galvanize the ultra-nationalist. Expect the Russian Federation and Kremlin to apply all sort of means against the ones who speaks up against it. We should expect not only arrests of peaceful protesters, but anyone who doesn’t follow “party-line” and supporters the “Z”. That is the gist of it. Anyone can become a traitor and a target, as long as they suddenly are not participating or showing “love” to the “Z”.

That’s the bleak reality and shows what Putin has ushered in. All of his apparatus and the likes of Russia Today (RT) is selling merchandize with the “Z” too. The whole machinery is behind it. That is obvious. For the rest of the world. It is a sign of fascism and people should be aware. Since this is how Putin and Russia invaded Ukraine.

By coming in tanks and military vehicles signed with “Z”. That’s how it all began and 17 days later. We can say this a symbol of the fascism that Putin brings to the world. Peace.

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Opinion: Biden you need to reign in Harris

So, I will say what I know we all say and that I will say over and over again. The United States stands firmly with the Ukrainian people in defense of the NATO alliance” (…) “The ocean that separates us will not leave us untouched by this aggression”– Vice President Kamala Harris (12.03.2022).

If you need proof that someone is out of their league or not in their comfort-zone. You need to go no further than look into how United States of America Vice President Kamala Harris has taken charge and been active in concern to the war overseas in Europe. She hasn’t been stellar and her performance isn’t all that. There is a need for more well prepared speeches and also acknowledge the facts.

The first and foremost fact is that Ukraine isn’t an ally of NATO. Neither is Ukraine a member of the European Union (EU). It is trying to become a member of EU and wants to become a member state of NATO. The Russian invasion and war might trigger the need of both even more. However, sadly by the current state of affairs. Kyiv isn’t part of the Western Alliance of NATO and not part of the political alliance of EU. Jens Stoltenberg couldn’t have been so hesitant and reluctant to interfere or participate in the war. If Ukraine was a member state. Than he couldn’t look with a blind eye in Brussels and consider every move. This is why Harris needs a friendly reminder by her staff and the White House. So, she doesn’t do a gaffe like this.

Her intentions might be good and her will as well. However, this is only showing how she isn’t up to scratch or fitted to be in the realm of conflict. She needs to have her ducks in a row and here she didn’t and it’s reckless. The US VP should know these things… but apparently she don’t and it’s such a foolish remark.

She did another gaffe as well:

I am here, standing here on the northern flank — on the eastern flank talking about what we have in terms of the eastern flank and our NATO Allies and what is at stake at this very moment. What is at stake this very moment are some of the guiding principles around the NATO Alliance and, in particular, the issue and the importance of defending sovereignty and territorial integrity, in this case, of Ukraine” (Kamela Harris – ‘Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Andrzej Duda of Poland in Joint Press Conference’ 10.03.2022).

Northern Flank of NATO would be Norway and the Arctic region close to the borders of Russia. This the operations and the operational military fleet in the Barents Sea. Therefore, Harris should know these things, but she tried to put it right with Eastern Flank, which is right. As the whole Eastern Flank has gotten more troops and equipment from the alliance after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

NATO has put forward systems and mechanisms to ensure the safety of the Member States in the region. Which is vital… European Union and allies has given weapons, ammunition and military equipment to Ukraine. They are trying to get that Kyiv. However, they are not following up the pleas of President Zelensky to ensure a “no-fly-zone” over Ukrainian Air-Space.

Therefore, the sovereignty and territorial integrity isn’t of the most importance of the NATO alliance. That is only words and only symbolic support. Harris cannot bushwhack Europeans or Ukrainians in this one. No, it is far fetched, as the U.S. blocked the MIG-29 Jets from Poland to Ukraine, which could have helped their air-force. Therefore, the US and Pentagon isn’t sincere in their acts or visions. Big words, but not delivering where the one party is in need.

Harris and Biden hasn’t been sincere here. They are talking big-game, but when push come to shove. It is backtracking and becoming worried about the consequences. Alas, not taking into account the destruction and the desperate situation of Ukraine right now. Peace.