The article critiques the rise of nationalism and immigration policies in the US and UK, likening them to colonial impulses that prioritize control and exploitation, particularly against former colonies. It highlights the harsh treatment of migrants, such as the deportation of long-term legal residents in the US and the imposition of exorbitant visa fees on Caribbean nations by the UK, framed as a response to asylum claims. The piece calls for a reevaluation of these dynamics, emphasizing the need for the Caribbean and African nations to assert their worth against a backdrop of historical injustices and ongoing exploitation.
