Vlad's politics
Vlad's politics

Vlad's politics

My blog about politics, society and the world in general. For more info, write to me via [email protected]


Israel acting towards global NGOs similar to Putin's Russia

8 hours ago 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR: The recent actions by Israel's government to monitor, detain, and deport international activists in the West Bank reflect an intensified strategy under the National Security Ministry led by Itamar Ben Gvir. This task force aims to limit interna...

From "no human is illegal" to "Kamala Harris as the border tsar"

5 Nov 2024 2 minute read 2 comments Vladan Lausevic

    TL;DR The Democratic Party's shift toward more authoritarian border policies reflects a significant pivot from its previous compassionate immigration stance. This move, designed to appeal to swing voters, mirrors Republican approaches, risking th...

Project 2025 is a playbook for collectivism and authoritarianism

4 Nov 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

  TLDR Project 2025, initiated by the Heritage Foundation, outlines an ambitious framework to redefine the federal government in alignment with the ideological and policy preferences of Donald Trump and his supporters. Structured as a detailed roadma...

Pennsylvania's future depends on freer migration

2 Nov 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TL;DR Pennsylvania's economic health and workforce stability increasingly rely on the contributions of undocumented immigrant workers. With over 124,000 undocumented immigrants filling essential roles, particularly in sectors projected to grow substa...

The elections and the wall

1 Nov 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR In "The Election and the Future of the Wall," Todd Miller explores the bipartisan evolution of the U.S.-Mexico border wall and how it symbolizes decades of consistent border control policy underpinned by physical and digital barriers. Miller arg...

Joe Rogan and Right-Wing Conspiracism

31 Oct 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR Joe Rogan has faced criticism for allowing right-wing conspiracy theories to flourish on his podcast, which boasts millions of listeners. While he often frames himself as a neutral, open-minded host interested in all perspectives, Rogan's platfo...

The far-right radicalisation of Elon Musk

30 Oct 2024 2 minute read 2 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR Elon Musk's transformation from a tech billionaire with centrist leanings to an outspoken supporter of far-right ideologies reflects a concerning shift with far-reaching implications. Musk's public support of Donald Trump, his dissemination of...

"Metering" is both illegal and inhumane

30 Oct 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the "metering" policy, which limited the daily intake of asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border, is illegal. This policy, initiated in 2016 and intensified under the Trump administration, rest...

Challenges and solutions for democracy activism in South Asia

29 Oct 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR. The article "Learning from the Youth" from the Asia Democracy Chronicles highlights a remarkable trend in South Asia: the active role of young people in defending democracy, especially as opposition parties and civil society groups struggle und...

The cases of non-citizens voting in the USA are extremely rare

28 Oct 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic

TLDR: In the United States, non-citizens are legally barred from voting in federal and state elections. While some local jurisdictions permit noncitizens to participate in specific local elections, such as for school boards, claims that unauthorized...