Author: lenny unencumbered

Escaping the capitalist penitentiary at 57, I'm finally free to maximize, on my own terms, the rest of my life on this unstable rock, hurtling through space, trying to be a decent human being. Writing is an avenue for clearing the turmoil in my mind.

Trump to make a clean sweep of all the Nobel Prizes?

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Donald Trump's controversial bid for the Nobel Peace Prize reflects his political manoeuvres and support for contentious actions, while the awarding of such prizes often faces criticism for perceived biases and questionable recipients.

Israel sets the benchmark for hypocrisy

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The essay contains only a handful of incidents of hypocrisy related to Israel. It is not meant as a definitive exposé of the criminally hypocritical behaviour of this depraved ethnostate.

International travel bucket list

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Daily writing promptWhat countries do you want to visit?View all responses The last time I travelled overseas was in 2016, when the world was a much calmer, safer place. Spain was truly magnificent, and I hope to return someday. Since then, I have confined myself to local travel around South Africa, which has vast beauty … Continue reading International travel bucket list

On history, the pursuit of knowledge, and my poor damned eyes

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Reflections on my personal journey of understanding Israel's history and the Palestinian plight, emphasizing the need to confront historical narratives while recognizing Israel's role as the aggressor in ongoing violence.