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Hard Liquor, Soft Power: The Death of Proportionality

The David McWilliams Podcast

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Political Ratings and International Relations

This chapter analyzes the obsession with ratings and attention-seeking behavior of political figures, drawing parallels between current events and past television trends. It specifically scrutinizes Donald Trump's influence on international relations and the evolving dynamics between Canada and the United States amidst trade tensions and tariffs. The discussion emphasizes the complexities of economic policies and psychological motivations behind decisions like tariffs, advocating for a careful navigation of relationships in a changing geopolitical landscape.

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