12min chapter

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A New U.S. Grand Strategy: The Case for U.S. Retrenchment Overseas, With Stephen Wertheim

The President’s Inbox

CHAPTER

Reevaluating American Primacy in Foreign Policy

The chapter examines the consequences of the Iraq War on US foreign policy and the argument for US retrenchment overseas. It delves into the concept of American primacy, discussing how the invasion of Iraq showcased US dominance and the challenges posed by major power competition. The speaker advocates for a reassessment of defense obligations and resource allocation, focusing on potential conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East amidst concerns of overstretch and deterrence failure.

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