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So, when we look for evidence of Saudi Arabia, the custodian of probably Islam's most sacred shrine, the Kaaba.  We are are struck, not by the Crown Prince's acts or tendency of displaying graciousness and mercifulness in his rule.  We are not seeing evidence of a Crown Prince who rules with any display of compassion and class.  But, rather, his ruthlessness and absence of compassion. Yes, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman might indeed give millions to this and that charity.   Probably especially to those which are building more resplendent Mosques.  Both as means of acquiring and exerting Saudi influence, and  as testament to the greatness of Islam. And of a God whom, we would surmise, would prefer the Crown Prince to be bestowing acts of graciousness and mercy.  But CPMBS' main preoccupation appears to be that of increasing the repression of the people of Saudi Arabia.  To deny them and others who fall within the vortex of the Monarchy's constellat

Leaving them to make their way in the the country, in life, as best they can. They, like other Brazilians who inhabit the more desirable parts and fortune of the country, are also sources of solutions to Brazil's problems and challenges.  It just require the right leaders to work with them to identify their strengths and how best they can meet their and the nation's needs. To enhance their empowerment. It is not by accident that Jair Bolsonaro refer to Brazilians being 'united and passified.'  He is really saying he is seeing some Brazilians as 'insurgents', as 'enemies of the state', who need to be fought against, defeated and suppressed.  They need to be helped to acquire  more viable homes, employment, social amenities and communities which promote their participation in the 'Brazilian dream.' Which is why the problems and challenges which are affecting the Brazilians and their country.  Require the collective ac

Was it about sending a message to all potential or actual Russian double agent that, if you turn your back on your country, its government will attempt to eliminate you at any cost?  It seems that this is a 'lose' 'lose' situation for the Russian government, as well as for western countries which had wanted to continue to promote good relations with Russia. It is a tragedy which has probably arisen from President Putin donning his former GRU hat and acting recklessly, having forgotten that he is now a leader of a strong nation and a world leader.  The Skripal fiasco, not because it failed to murder Skripal and his daughter, but because the Russian government has to take responsibility for a plan which should never have been authorised.  Has done a great injustice to the Russian people, and to the attempts to repair and build on damaged relationship between Russia and the rest of the world.  It has not only make the Russian government and

Than there is separating their governments. Like religion, it is governments and the their ideological rigidity, which separates people, and keep them separated.  Most, people just want to get on with achieving and maintaining the best living standards and life they can.  It makes the job of the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, of the various Russian diplomatic missions, the Russian state media outlets, such as RT much more difficult, if not impossible.  It reduces their credibility, reliability and authority, and increases scepticism about the message they purport to be delivering.  As, even though they might think what they are saying is true, their political masters in the Kremlin do not mean or support what they are saying.  It requires them to be dishonest and deceptve in what they  say about the Skripal tragedy. It makes the listener and the viewer of what the Russian government and its media announces, much more wary.   Because, not only does the g

Such methods have already been tried in Brazil, and have not been successful, even though they have become historically established aspects of Brazilian society.  Indeed, they have been a part of the dysfunctional foundation on which Brazilian society is built. The very classes of people whose behaviours and actions are seen as 'what is wrong with Brazilian society', are very much integral parts of Brazil's fabric and persona.  You do not cure an infection in your foot, or your arm, or you lung or kidney, by simply amputate them.  You have to try to find an antibiotic which will cure your/our infection, without resorting the removal of any of your limbs or essential organs. Without leaving you incapacitated. Because the health of Brazil need them to remain whole. Brazil needs all of its body to be in a good state of health and functioning effectively. The dispossessed and poor people who live in the growing flavelas do not need to be " pa

From this, it would appear that the Illustrious Quran, and, indeed, the man who has given birth to what has become known as the Islam, or the Islamic way of religion and life.  Prophet Muhammad, do placed a great deal of emphasis on the esteemed qualities of being gracious and being merciful. It is not unreasonable, therefore, if we were to think or believe that, those leaders who ascribe to the practising of Islam.   Whether they are religious, political and social, especially as Islamic states apply religious prerogatives to both the social and the political.  Would also place great emphasis on exercising their power and authority, in such a way that these qualities, the quality of being gracious and merciful, are prominently displayed. But then, we look at the rise of Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, the Despot of the ruling Saud Monarchy of Saudi Arabia.Palace.  Since his machiavellian coup, which might, considering his young age, have foretold a long overdue po

One of my most treasured religious reference books, is a copy an English translation of the "Illustrious Quran", Allama Abdullah Yusuf Ali.  It was given to me by a Muslim work colleague, who hailed from Pakistan, and, like myself, was working on public transport buses in a large English city, at the time.  I got the impression from our discussion about Islam, that he was not enarmoured by some of the duties which is required the faithful, be they reluctant followers or of pious Muslims.  Which is probably not surprising, since, like anyone who is born in a particular faith, you become a prisoner to and of it.  And must appear to conform, according to the kinds and level of coercive force which is applied to achieve compliance. As well as being mindful of the fact that, some Muslims have taken to exclaiming, "Allahu Akbar', when they carry out 'spectacular' military action against their 'enemies', even when the opposition is also M

When some of the fundamental problems which are affecting the Brazilian nation.  Are seemingly inextricably apart of what has become of Brazil, a part of very body and personality of the nation, of the state of Brazil.  When 'what is wrong with Brazil' is also about the way of life of tens of millions of Brazilians, who, from their particular communities and socio-political class perspective.   Have been forced, fortunate, or privileged to be living and now become accustomed to living the way they have been and continue to be living.  When it has become a part of the mental, psychological, economic, political and social functioning of Brazilians, as both individuals and collectively.  You cannot 'rebuild Brazil into becoming a 'great country', by simply adopting the brutal 'the Dutertarian model of nation rebuilding.' Which President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines is attempting to subject the people of the Philippines to.   Yo

Governments should be taking a more balanced and responsible approach to dealing with spies and counter-spies. After all, Skripal was allowed his freedom as part of a spy exchange between Russia and the West, and Russia should have kept its side of the agreement and not tried to kill Skripal. Relationships, good relationships, even between countries which have differences between them, are built upon trust between the relevant countries.  Trust has to be built and maintained, and it usually requires the parties making compromises, sacrifices, and having mutual respect for each other.  The Skripal outrage does not speak of 'trust' or of 'mutual respect' between Russia and Britain and other countries involved in what appears to Russia's continuing attempt to use crude and callous methods.   To dispose of its perceived enemies and undermine western political processes, in the hope of achieving strategic national and internation advantages. The re