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Jacobin Radio: Trump’s Middle East Pivot w/ Juan Cole

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The Costs of Arms Sales and Their Role in Conflict

This chapter explores the disconnect between profits from the arms industry and the economic realities faced by average Americans, highlighting a study that associates military purchases with increased likelihood of war. It also critiques U.S. foreign policy under various administrations, particularly focusing on the Trump administration's extensive engagement in Middle Eastern conflicts.

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