The document discusses how first world nations have historically used other countries as tools for their economic and strategic interests. It provides examples of Turkey, Afghanistan, Mexico, and Iran and how they have been exploited. Turkey's geographic position between East and West made it vital for trade, so the EU wanted it in the union. Afghanistan's location between China and West gave it value, so the US used it to fight the Soviets. Mexico is exploited by the US for cheap goods and labor, while South America funnels drugs through it. Iran's oil reserves attracted Western and Russian interests who have installed puppet leaders or signed economic deals.

1. The Second World By Justin Schaub