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An example of imperialism today is the United States trying to control Ukraine and some Middle Eastern countries like Iraq and Afghanistan. The United States is interested in the Middle Eastern countries because they have oil and wants to control Ukraine because Russia is the biggest US enemy and Ukraine is close to Russia. Also, some European countries are still trying to imperialize Africa and use their natural resources for their own benefit.Quote:
Originally Posted by Yvonne Sturgeon
A modern example of imperialism would include the United States actions in other places in the world specifically in the middle east. The United States has made sure countries in the middle east know very well that the United States may intervene at any point of time if they feel it is necessary. The reason this is made possible is due to the United States being such a powerful nation economically as well as having a very threatening military. Imperialism can be used for greed much like how the Europeans imperialized Africa, but can also be used for good just to help protect allies of that nation. The only worrying scenario is that the imperializing nation decides to make selfish actions which can lead to a negative outcome, but in general imperialism can be used for good.
a great example of imperialism today are the overseas territories held by many of the major western countries. more specifically places like Guam and Puerto Rico, these are territories held by the United States, with real people living on them and they do not have the same rights as american citizens, although the laws and regulations imposed upon them come from america. This is much more evident in Guam, a tiny little island the the middle of the pacific ocean. For a long time much of the manufacturing done by US companies happened there and there were sweatshops and terrible working conditions present on American soil!
One example of imperialism in todays world is the United States relationship with middle eastern countries. We go into these countries whether they like it or not to help end wars, but we also have our own reasons for doing so, including our interest in obtaining oil and other resources. These countries are often times powerless to whether we enter and intervene or not. In my opinion, imperialism represents evilness and greed in which all mankind may show at one point or another.
I don't know enough political systems of todays world to have an excellent opinion on imperialism, however the concept remains the same over different time periods. Imperialism is the conquest of different countries through military force, often for the sake of exploiting wanted resources from the colony. This, as we have seen, has had negative impacts on many victim countries, and on occasion the predatory country. However imperialism is just that, predatory, and should be approached as such. Even Russian occupation of the Ukraine I find to be ridiculous, unnecessary, and a poor waste of time and money. However, it is in the (European) human nature to expand, and who is to say when it is not allowed anymore.
The United States is one of the worlds largest policing forces, we attempt to at least keep tabs on other countries to ensure that they are either doing what we or that they aren't interrupting the economies or social aspects of countries we are in good standing with. The US however is greedy when it comes to using diplomacy in an effort to seem as though they are not in countries for money, namely the Middle East, for oil. The effects of this on society at least in the United States is largely unaffected, however the places we are in can be majorly affected by our sway in what political leaders will come to power and the military influence that we sometimes impose on foreign nations. It's no wonder that the large majority of foreign countries hate the US with our over-reaching hand that attempts to guide the outcomes of other nations.
USA invading Iraq and setting there their own rules and control over the government and several parts of the country can be an example of the imperialism in the modern world. I feel that imperialism is a relic of the past, and modern society needs to find a way to deal with it, because it often affects many peoples lives in a negative way.
Imperialism is a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force. A good example of imperialism will be United States because United states a superpower with nuclear weapons and tanks and other guns and one of the strongest military in the world. they are involve in every war trying to help others but at the same time trying to control them. United States is a big country but they should worry first on them and their people. i see United States as an empire because it keeps growing strong.
The Europeans (Kurtz in particular) take over and invade the Congo. They bring their sickness and culture and force in upon the natives living there. They try to colonize the Congo for their own benefit. They enslave the people living there all for the purpose of collecting as much ivory as they could get.
An example of imperialism today is Israel taking more than half of Palestine's original territory. Israel and Palestine have been almost at war with each other for a while now, and Israel has no right to take an inch from Palestine territory and the U.S. shouldn't back them up. The U.S. is what made Israel a formidable country in the Middle East. That is why I laugh at the current U.S-Israeli relations which are at all time low. Israel will realize how much they need the U.S. once conflict comes knocking on their door, and it is bound to happen because Israel is by far the most hated country in the Middle East.
An example of imperialism today is Russia trying to take over Ukraine. Russia has invaded the Ukraine and placed troops and weapons there in attempt to control the control. Russia is incredibly nationalistic and many believe that it should be restored to the way it was when Russia was the Soviet Union. It is trying to expand its "empire" and exploit Ukraine to benefit their own country. Imperialism is a terrible thing that causes many deaths and ruins many nations. Weaker countries are taken advantage of because they cannot defend themselves from others who want them for the sole benefit of their own country.
An example is the United States' involvement in the Middle East. Although the U.S. does not truly rule or control these countries or lands, it has a substantial amount of power to get what it wants from those countries. For instance, most oil comes from the Middle East, and the U.S. is able to manipulate these countries to get these goods, but it also has to face the consequences of colonizing these countries by helping solve war issues or border problems. It is something that has been done in the past by all great countries and rulers/empires, but it is ruthless and sometimes requires a people to kill a lot of others.
Today united states has been one of the strongest countries in the world. that has not however created an unbalance force in the world with us overtaking its power against other countries (physical, like wars). The us government has been a great example of excessive greed against the people by attaining as much as government power in programs such as the obamacare. Obamacare creates class division as a whole due to the provision of socialized healthcare for the nation through charging different prices based upon incomes. As a result, the government has just created class difference and hate against another. such issues would result in people turning back to the government while the government indirectly creates a infinite loop where they are only increasing their power every year. This is only a general effect as a result of obamacare. This is a direct example of the European imperialism and the crews hunt for ivory throughout the heart of darkness.
An example of an imperialistic state would be ISIS. ISIS exemplifies imperialism because it is a group that forces their beliefs on other countries and uses violent manipulation tactics. I think imperialism is inevitable in the present day state where so many different ideas on government and religion are being expressed. I think the sole example of imperialism through ISIS is an obvious negative effect on the government due to the inhumane nature and unrealistic goals of the group. ISIS being a blatant threat to the government and innocent civilians makes this type of imperialism bad.
An example of imperialism today is in Tibet. People and the government of Tibet oppose Chinese law and rule. This opposition leads to blunt military force that can destroy cities. China believes that Tibet is a necessary land to have power over because of their resources that are natural and rich. China will never cease their influence over Tibet because there is too much to lose, they are not willing to lose power and resources. Imperialism is something that will not stop, it is the way parts of the worlds work. With imperialism, countries and people do take advantage of others but that is just the way of human nature. Weak countries will be over powered by strong countries, there is no way around it.
Imperialism is not some thing of the past that no longer needs to be addressed, it is still prevalent today. Russia is currently trying to take over and imperialize both Ukraine and Georgia. They aggressively bomb and attempt to occupy both countries for they feel that they have the right to govern them. There are absolutely no cultural benefits to this action. It has caused much political strife and unnecessary bloodshed. Imperialism causes the death and exploitation of millions and only a select few really see the benefits of it. If a group of people feel that they are independent and wish to be governed so and prove to do so effectively and peacefully, no one should be able to impede upon their freedom.