Here's a quick look at Uganda's history......for some perspective of how guys like Kony pop up in many 3rd world countries....
Kony is really a nobody, ...this Invisible Children video is a propaganda front to get popular support for a NATO invasion of Uganda and other areas where there is a need to "protect civilians". This would allow AFRICOM to get their foot in the door so to speak. Interestingly, there's lots of valuable resources throughout Africa, including rare earth metals, oil etc. I suspect that the ultimate side benefit here is to limit China's influence and business deals in the region.
Some perspective from someone who has been to Uganda...and has many family members in Uganda.
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