imperialism
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Following his answer Monday, Mary Rambaran-Olm, an academic specializing in medieval literature, said "can someone introduce Zohran Mamdani to the writings by his dad on British imperialism?"
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
He has been denounced as a champion of imperialism, a sentimental traditionalist, a shallow Christian apologist.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026
Disillusioned with Britain's expanding imperialism, Stanley quit the diplomatic service in 1858 and decided to become a Muslim some months later while travelling in Arabia.
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026
The Mexican left was especially hostile toward Malinche, viewing her as a kind of embodiment of imperialism.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026
While I abhorred the notion of British imperialism, I never rejected the trappings of British style and manners.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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Human Geography - Middle School
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