Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Monday, March 24, 2025
Smash hit opening for Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal--in Broadway version of Shakespeare's Othello.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/24/entertainment/denzel-washington-and-jake-gyllenhaal-othello/index.html
I have only seen 2 of Shakespeare's plays live.
The other was an amateur version of As you like it, in Rangoon, before 1962, staged by my brilliant Britsh Council lecturer, Raymond Adlam.
Though I was a big fan of Adlam, who also acted, and conducted orchestras, I am not so keen on light comedy. I veer towards the grand and tragic stories.
In the 1994 version directed by Mary Robinson, Iago is the most evil stage character ever invented--like you know who--he plants the handkerchief that will undo Othello--the veteran hero admiral, just because he can.
Written in the 16th century, Iago depicts Evil like no other.
He comes right up to the footlights of the stage, and tells the audience straight off, what he's going to do--this and this and this--and it is Chilling.
It's said Sigmund Freud studied Shakespeare's plays.
So should we, in these "interesting" and chilling times.
Kyi May Kaung
3-24-2025
Sunday, March 23, 2025
Saturday, March 22, 2025
From 2024--Second American Revolution. AI Overview--
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While the idea of a "second American revolution" is a topic of increasing discussion, particularly in light of growing political polarization and extremism, a full-scale, violent revolution is highly unlikely in the current context.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Historical Context:
The American Revolution was fueled by a specific set of circumstances, including oppressive taxation, lack of representation, and a desire for self-governance, which differ significantly from the current political landscape.
Political Polarization:
While there's a significant amount of political division and animosity, it's not yet at a point where it's likely to erupt into a full-scale civil conflict.
Extremist Groups:
The presence of extremist groups on both the left and right is a cause for concern, but they represent a small minority of the population and are unlikely to gain enough traction to overthrow the government.
Public Opinion:
While there are pockets of people who are open to violence against the government, the majority of Americans still believe in the democratic process and do not support violence.
Military Strength:
The US military is a powerful force, and it's unlikely that any group could successfully challenge it in a full-scale conflict.
Economic Factors:
The US economy is strong, and it's unlikely that any group could successfully destabilize it.
International Relations:
The US has strong alliances with other countries, and it's unlikely that any country would support a revolution in the US.
Legal Framework:
The US has a strong legal framework, and it's unlikely that any group could successfully overthrow the government through legal means.
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Kaung--poem--Democracy is Hanging by a Thread.--also on Substack
Poem.
Democracy is hanging by a thread
Everywhere
As Trump Musk et al
Russia’s Putin Myanmar’s general Throw shit at the fan. Whereupon the shit Hits Everyone. Democracy is leaving the USA. Not coming through a hole in the wall As Leonard Cohen sang. KMK 3-22-2025 Kaung—yarn abstract.
In March 2023, George and Kellyanne announced that they were divorcing after 22 years of marriage.
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From BangkokPost and Irrawaddy--Kavi Chongkittavorn --Burmese refugees in limbo--"Thailand must find a way to involve Burmese refugees in Thai society"
https://www.irrawaddy.com/opinion/guest-column/myanmar-refugees-in-limbo-thailand-in-denial.html
I've met Kavi on several occasions on the Burmese Democracy Circuit, most recently in Seoul. At that time c 2003 he was discouraged and saying he would not write in Thai anymore.
I'm glad he still writes. He is someone who honestly wants better Thai-Burmese/Myanmar relations.
From Fulcrum and Irrawaddy--Musk, Myanmar and Murky Future of Internet for Burmese Resistance.
https://www.irrawaddy.com/opinion/guest-column/musk-myanmar-and-the-murky-future-of-internet-freedom.html
Further complicating matters is the fact that Starlink is owned and controlled by Elon Musk, whose personal decision-making has triggered unpredictability in global affairs. Musk’s control of the network raises concerns about whether access could be revoked, restricted, or manipulated based on shifting political or economic interests. Given his close ties to US President Donald Trump, concerns are mounting about the use of Starlink in Ukraine, which is critical for the country’s war with Russia.
The junta has sought ways to track and intercept satellite communications, potentially endangering those who rely on the service for safe and anonymous online activities.
In February, there was a heated exchange between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky over the terms of a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire agreement. According to a Reuters report, US negotiators pressured Ukraine to get access to the country’s critical minerals by threatening to cut off the country’s connection to the satellite service (Musk said the report was “false”). In Cameroon, Musk disconnected Starlink access in April last year. A government regulator said the company was operating without a license and posed a threat to the country’s security. In South Africa, Musk has reportedly refused to meet a 30 percent local ownership requirement.
For Myanmar, the country’s scam industry, which is responsible for large-scale online fraud operations, has drawn scrutiny from international law enforcement. However, digital activists from Myanmar have often expressed concerns that in the cracking down on scam centers—some of which use Starlink—pro-democracy forces may also lose access. If Musk (or Trump) imposes broad restrictions on Starlink due to concerns about online scamming and illicit businesses, it could have unintended consequences—severing critical communication channels for activists and resistance groups while doing little to curb criminal enterprises, which often operate with state complicity and access to alternative digital infrastructures.
Friday, March 21, 2025
I wonder what Michael Wolff's politics are--in this--Fire and Fury--he seems to be looking at a bunch of people
who live in their own conservative bubble--essentially fools.
Decided not to buy, even a used book.
Like his terminology "suck up and "
Don't know how he could stand weeks around these people.
Consider Trump's previous record with lovers/wives, whores, "advisors", chiefs of staff in 1.00--
Michael Cohen, Pence, etc all know best.
Read --Bob Woodward's Rage.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
CBC--US soon to lose democracy status.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-democracy-report-1.7486317?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us
Some grim milestones were breached this year.
The number of autocracies (91) has just surpassed democracies (88) on this list for the first time in two decades, and nearly three-quarters of humans now live in an autocracy — where one person has unconstrained power — the highest rate in five decades.
The latest report still ranks the U.S. as a "Liberal Democracy," the highest of five tiers, one higher than Canada, which is classified as an "Electoral Democracy."
The report adds an important caveat: this year's version does not include events in 2025, meaning it does not cover the start of Donald Trump's latest presidential term.
But it refers to ongoing events in the U.S. as unprecedented, mentioning Trump pardoning 1,500 criminals who supported him; firing independent agency watchdogs without process; purging apolitical police and military brass; ignoring laws; and his unilaterally deleting federal programs, and even a whole organization, created by U.S. Congress.
Major Tesla invester sold 600 m in stock and why--
In the middle of last year he disclosed that he'd sold about $60 million of Tesla shares over concerns its vehicles were fading in popularity. Then, after Donald Trump's election victory, Gerber said in early December that Tesla would see minimal positive impact, if any, from Elon Musk's association with the president.
The warnings now seem prescient. After an initial postelection surge, Tesla shares are down 25% so far in 2025 and sit roughly 15% lower since Gerber's December comments. The latest leg down came on Tuesday, when Tesla dropped 8% after seeing a sharp decline in European car sales.
https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-stock-price-2025-outlook-crash-elon-musks-gerber-tsla-2025-2
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