And not ridiculous things that are theoretically possible, like the Taliban does a 180 out of nowhere and converts to socialism and the imperialist states do a 180 out of nowhere and decide that a socialist middle east is cool.

I used to think that the best thing that could happen is a Marshall Plan for the Middle East, but now, I'm not so sure that would be good.

  • Llituro [he/him, they/them]
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    3 years ago

    If they develop without falling into general usury and outright capitalism, I think a peacetime Taliban Afghanistan has as good a chance to turn out an anticapitalist radical movement as any other Near Western country. Not falling prey to liberalism might be a boon in time.