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E218 - The Human Cost of Economic Sanctions w/ Mark Weisbrot

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The Harsh Reality of Economic Sanctions

This chapter examines the severe consequences of broad economic sanctions on civilian populations, highlighting their unethical nature and classification as war crimes. Utilizing real-world examples from countries like Venezuela, Iran, and Afghanistan, it illustrates the devastating human cost and economic collapse resulting from these measures. Additionally, it critiques the role of the U.S. dollar in global financial dynamics and argues that these policies ultimately do not benefit average Americans.

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