168. Oil: Conflict, Chaos and Climate Change
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Oil, Politics, and Power Dynamics
This chapter examines the intertwined relationship between oil wealth and political influence, particularly in the context of the United States. It highlights the historical and contemporary implications of oil production on governance, foreign policy, and energy dependence, with a focus on events like the Gulf Wars and the impact of the shale oil boom. Additionally, it explores the cultural representation of oil in media, as well as Europe's energy challenges and its dependency on Russian gas.
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