Chalmers Johnson
Chalmers Johnson was and political scientist and author of the esteemed book Blowback. In the book, Johnson states that since the Second World War, the American government has been establishing military camps all over the world. According to Johnson, the American government deploys troops to war-stricken countries with the facade of establishing peace. Instead, the troops establish a military base in these countries even after the war ends. The government does these to maintain its influence in these countries.
Osama Bin Laden
Osama was one of the most wanted international fugitives on America’s most wanted list. According to Johnson Osama Bin Laden is one of the many by-products of the United States foreign policies. Osama has been responsible for a series of terrorist attacks including the September 11th bombing which claimed the lives of more than three thousand Americans.
American Troops
After the Second World War, the United States continued to send troops to allied countries as a way of establishing influence over these nations. Over time, these soldiers became insolent and started committing heinous crimes. For instance, Johnson describes, the kidnapping and rape of a 12-year-old girl in the province of Okinawa by two marines and a sailor. The incident brought about rage and resentment for the United States. According to Johnson, these incidences of rape in Okinawa were twice that of the United States.
Palestinians
When the Palestinians retaliated against the consistent injustice by Israelis, the U.S. intervened on behalf of Israel. The U.S. helped further arms sales in the country and ultimately fueled the war that went on for decades. The U.S. intervention only made things worse and brought resentment against America.
American Civilians
Johnson explains that many Americans are not aware of the secret foreign policies furthered by their country and the ultimate consequences. He also warns of potential blowback insisting that anti-Americanism in non-Western countries is slowly but steadily growing.
