balkanization

the seven rules of nationalism
[a beginner's guide to ethnic politics]

1] if an area was ours for 500 years and yours for 50 years,
it belongs to us– you are merely occupiers
2] if an area was yours for 500 years and ours for 50 years,
it belongs to us– borders must not be changed
3] if an area belong to us for 500 years but never since then,
it belongs to us– its the cradle of our nation
4] if a majority of our people live there,
it must belong to us– they must have the right of self-determination
5] if a minority of our people live there,
it must belong to us– they must be protected from your oppression
6] all of the above rules apply to us, but not to you
7] our dream is one one on historical necessity; yours is fascism
–unknown


i thought it was clever
but i'm sure i'm the only one
so never mind