“As Harvard professor Elaine Scarry reminds us, "The prohibition on assassination in international law traces back to a forceful denunciation of the practice by Abraham Lincoln, who condemned the call for assassination as 'international outlawry' in 1863, an 'outrage' which 'civilized nations view with horror' and that merits the 'sternest retaliation'. We've come a long way since then.”
This book delves into the complex interplay of political, economic, and social forces that shape the world's power dynamics. It examines the various actors and institutions that influence global governance and analyzes the historical and contemporary factors contributing to the distribution of power. more
Noam Chomsky, born on December 7, 1928, is a renowned linguist from the United States. His research in generative grammar and transformational grammar has had a profound impact on modern linguistics. Chomsky's academic achievements extend beyond linguistics, as he is also an active political commentator and philosopher, known for his unique perspective and profound insights. more
“It’s the easiest thing in the world. Just point, pull the trigger, and people go away.”
“Fear is an assassin; if you let it in your life, it will kill your dreams.”
“Those who wish to be feared seem to forget humanity's tendency to kill those they fear.”