For those about to blog - your local force of reason in the general Brighton and Hove area.

Welcome to my blog. It's a hotch-potch of bits and bobs, some of which are reviews; others of which are political stories, poems, original ideas and other random pieces - I must stress that there isn't a theme to my blog. I try to write with conviction - insofar as my weak sense of conviction allows. I try to promote reason, in general, through discussions on religion and such things as environmentalism. I promote atheism and a healthy skepticism. I hope you enjoy what you read; please comment.

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Monday, 23 November 2009

Plan Colombia.

Since 1998, America has been destroying the Colombian countryside under the guise of a collection of anti-drugs policies called 'Plan Colombia'.

This involves spraying large amounts of defoliant (herbicide) over coca fields in order to halt the production of cocaine. There's one thing Americans aren't aware of, though - something entirely more sinister and nefarious: American agribusiness companies are moving into these affected areas and farming crops. These companies employ jobless, displaced peasants and make them work in the agribusiness industry for low pay, under dire working conditions.

Also, vast areas of Colombia are handed over to mining companies and oil companies. Vast swathes of land are strip-mined and destroyed. These acts are the product of American policy and they're supported by western countries such as the UK.

The following videos will provide you with some information: