#403 - Sanity Check on Trump 2.0
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Power Plays and Political Loyalties
This chapter examines the governance strategies of a political figure, drawing comparisons to a mob boss's tactics, particularly in how tariffs and foreign policy are used as tools for political leverage. It discusses the transformations within the Republican Party, the treatment of allies and adversaries under Trump's influence, and the implications for U.S. foreign policy and global relationships. The analysis emphasizes the dangers of prioritizing loyalty over moral principles, highlighting the complexities that arise when political allegiance distorts reality.
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