“I am not familiar with any of Draitser’s other work” — the weird part is that Draitser is actually a very sharp and readable analyst on Western imperialism in Africa and Latin-America. (Although he has become very ‘moderate’ on the bollocks narrative on Syria and Trump/Russia collusion. I am fascinated how the intense pressure to conform to the ‘official narrative’ affects even supposedly hardcore independent leftists in Counterpunch.)
But if he decides you have no right to an opinion on US politics, what gives him the right to have an opinion regarding Venezuela or strongly support the government there?
I think you are an heir to Molly Irvins, it is a joy to read your pieces. Don’t let this bizarre string of attacks bring you down.