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Nostalgia for Revolutionaries and Critique of Globalization

Published January 12, 2026, 07:24
Nostalgia for Revolutionaries and Critique of Globalization

In a politically and historically charged article, the author expresses nostalgia for revolutionary leaders such as Fidel Castro, Che Guevara, Nelson Mandela, and Salvador Allende, while simultaneously criticizing 'globalization' and the move away from leftist ideologies. They reminisce about the era of the Soviet Union and opposition to the Western world, believing that the collapse of socialism led to a disappointing acceptance of liberalism. The author describes their personal experience of the transition to post-Soviet Russia, where the rise of McDonald's symbolized the triumph of capitalism and the decline of Marxist ideas. Finally, they mention the arrival of 'Conflict Resolution' teams in the West, implying an attempt to impose a culture of consensus that suppresses critical thinking and revolutionary action.