I am in the process of writing an article on Power, and the fact that is has a posture - never not in motion. And I think our very short view of historical moments shrouds the fact that there are histories to our current ontological postures / power stances. Sadly, those who are most vocal about what is happening at the fail to acknowledge the deep histories that have brought us to this place. On one level there is a part of me that sees this as a natural and anticipated transition to realigning and re-instating people to the path that every nation seeks. I love how you have laid bare pure history that gives us the facts of why we are where we are. Great post!