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“The cruelty is the point” or so we’re told about the Trump administration. But history shows us cruelty isn’t just about sadism. It’s a tactic to advance a broader agenda. When it comes to the Trump administration’s treatment of migrants, the real question is: what are the goals behind the cruelty?
May 20, 2025, 7:51 PM
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