November 4th, Election Day in America.
As headlines announce the guilty verdict of the officer responsible for Breonna Taylor’s death, we should pause to ask: why now? Why does justice only align when it suits political narratives? In this case, it’s not hard to draw a line from this long-awaited verdict to its timing—coinciding with election day. This is not new. It's a well-worn tactic of Western powers: turning moments of justice, tragedy, or victory into tools to consolidate influence and control the public narrative.
The news conveniently stokes excitement around political figures like Kamala Harris, making it clear how systemic justice can be wielded as an election tool rather than a moral obligation. But this goes deeper than one election cycle; it speaks to a broader trend of Western democracies manipulating justice, humanitarian aid, and political posturing to maintain their grip on global influence. The Western powers, led by the U.S., have a long history of selectively addressing social issues and conflicts—not out of a genuine commitment to progress, but as a means of sustaining dominance and control.
For the critical thinkers out there, this isn't just about a guilty verdict—it’s about how justice, peace, and progress can be strategically delayed until they align with geopolitical ambitions or political campaigns. How many times have similar moves been made, using the façade of justice to distract from deeper systemic issues or to boost public support when it’s most needed?
So, as Americans head to the polls, it’s worth recognizing the painful truth: justice shouldn’t be a tool wielded for election wins. The true reckoning will come when we collectively acknowledge that justice delayed for political strategy is not justice at all.
Stay vigilant. The tactics of control are many, and the more we see through them, the closer we get to real change.
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