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It Could Happen Here Weekly 246

Aug 22, 2026 · 4h 3m

Summary

Host Carlos and guest James discuss US imperialism, focusing on how the nation hides its colonial status through legal frameworks like the Guano Islands Act. They examine the history of uninhabited territories and the legal distinction between belonging to and being part of the US. The episode highlights how resource extraction and military expansion shaped American statecraft and continues to impact colonies like Puerto Rico.

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