What is “US hegemony”?
You’ve likely heard the terms “US hegemony,” “unipolarity,” and “global superpower” — but what do they actually mean? Here, we explore how the US gained its position as the most powerful country in the world and how it maintains its dominance. To do so, we draw on five forms of control, as identified by Marxist political economist Samir Amin, that are critical to sustaining neo-colonialism. Fortunately, we are witnessing the US’ absolute grip over the world weaken. As anti-imperialist organisers, we must do everything in our power to assist its downfall.
You’ve likely heard the terms “US hegemony,” “unipolarity,” and “global superpower” — but what do they actually mean? Here, we explore how the US gained its position as the most powerful country in the world and how it maintains its dominance. To do so, we draw on five forms of control, as identified by Marxist political economist Samir Amin, that are critical to sustaining neo-colonialism. Fortunately, we are witnessing the US’ absolute grip over the world weaken. As anti-imperialist organisers, we must do everything in our power to assist its downfall.