Morris Professor of History and African American Studies, University of Houston
Activist, scholar, lawyer, historian, author of 48 books
Latest book: Armed Struggle? Panthers and Communists, Black Nationalists, Liberals in Southern California through the 60s and 70s
Regular presence on Black Power 96 radio and KPFK 90.7 FM
Main Topics Covered
U.S. Elections Analysis
Class Collaborationism: Seen in the Trump coalition, involving elites and working-class settler descendants.
Continuity of Counterrevolution: Historical analysis of 1776, 1876, and 2024 as periods of counterrevolution by settler colonialism.
Third-Party Candidates: No specific details given.
International Implications:
BRICS Developments: Opportunities and challenges for taking advantage of geopolitical shifts.
Potential Deportations: Under Trump, potential mass deportations affecting agribusiness and construction sectors, particularly targeting Latino workers and Haitians.
U.S.-China Relations: Major focus with significant contradictions, including U.S. corporate interests in China.
Russia's Position: U.S. might make overtures to Russia amidst global tensions, facing domestic Russophobia.
NATO and Europe: Trump's approach might strain NATO relations, particularly involving South Korea, Japan, and Russia.
Domestic U.S. Issues
Republican Campaign Tactics: Anti-trans ads highlighted as a significant aspect in Texas.
Role of Media and Political Analysis:
Critique of MSNBC's approach to political alliances.
Labor movement's role in settler colonialism.
Southern Africa Elections
Botswana: New leadership ending nearly 60 years of BDP rule.
Mozambique: Fray Limo retains power amid violence and insurgency concerns.
Namibia: Upcoming elections; reparations claim against Germany for historical genocide.
South Africa and Zimbabwe: U.S. displeasure over South Africa's neutrality towards Zimbabwe.
Cultural and Historical References
Films and Documentaries: Several recommended, including Steve McQueen's works.
Historical Context: Emphasis on the importance of understanding class and international struggles historically.
Closing Thoughts
Gerald Horn emphasizes the need for revolutionary understanding rooted in historical determinism.
Encouragement for solidarity and recognizing geopolitical vulnerabilities and opportunities.