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GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution

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Navigating Institutional Challenges and Geopolitical Dynamics

This chapter analyzes the complexities of American political institutions and their ability to tackle pressing social and economic issues, comparing the U.S. to the UK’s previous economic hurdles. It also investigates the current geopolitical tensions with China over Taiwan, the intricacies of Middle Eastern politics, and their implications for U.S. foreign relations. Through discussions of domestic governance, executive actions, and the spectacle of political spectacle, the speakers emphasize the need for effective government performance amid evolving global landscapes.

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