How does the Pentagon and US military use words like strategic, steward or buildup to obscure the nature of their activities in our region? That’s one of the goals of the “Little Book of Pentagon Words in the Pacific” a booklet edited by Dr. Isa Arriola featuring definitions, images and on the ground voices from the Marianas meant to counter the framing of the US military in our region. The book focuses on the gap between the words used and the potential impact on the community and the resources in Marianas.

You can download the booklet at this link: https://inkstickmedia.com/the-little-book-of-pentagon-words-in-the-pacific/

Dr. Arriola is the guest for this episode of Fanachu, hosted by Independent Guåhan and Prutehi Litekyan member Monaeka Flores.

This episode premiered on May 29, 2024.

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