Scott Horton, a historian and author of "Provoked," joins to dissect America's role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argues that U.S. foreign policy decisions, particularly NATO's expansion and military intervention, stirred tensions rather than easing them. Highlighting the influence of the military-industrial complex, Horton examines missed opportunities for peace. The conversation critiques mainstream media narratives and emphasizes critical lessons for avoiding future conflicts, all while providing a fresh perspective on the complexities of modern geopolitics.
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US Post-WWII Empire
The U.S. inherited global power after WWII, becoming an empire by default.
This power was primarily used to contain communism, inheriting the role from weakened European powers.
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Maintaining Empire
After the Cold War, some U.S. figures advocated for reducing the military empire and focusing inward.
However, the military-industrial complex prioritized maintaining its power and influence.
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Crimea's Transfer
Crimea's history demonstrates how seemingly small political decisions can have long-lasting consequences.
Khrushchev's transfer of Crimea to Ukraine created lasting tensions, exploited later by Russia.
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Published in 1949, '1984' is a cautionary tale by George Orwell that explores the dangers of totalitarianism. The novel is set in a dystopian future where the world is divided into three super-states, with the protagonist Winston Smith living in Oceania, ruled by the mysterious and omnipotent leader Big Brother. Winston works at the Ministry of Truth, where he rewrites historical records to conform to the Party's ever-changing narrative. He begins an illicit love affair with Julia and starts to rebel against the Party, but they are eventually caught and subjected to brutal torture and indoctrination. The novel highlights themes of government surveillance, manipulation of language and history, and the suppression of individual freedom and independent thought.
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America's Role in the Russia-Ukraine War
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Scott Horton
In 'Provoked: America's Role in the Russia-Ukraine War', Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper provide an analysis of how U.S. foreign policy decisions have influenced the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The book critiques U.S. meddling in international affairs, particularly in regions close to Russia, and argues that such actions have increased the risk of nuclear war and destabilized the region. The authors draw on their expertise in foreign policy and geopolitical analysis to present a critical view of U.S. involvement in the conflict.
"Was the Russia-Ukraine War Provoked? | Scott Horton Exposes U.S. Foreign Policy"
In this explosive episode, Jillian sits down with Scott Horton, historian and author of Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine, to uncover the decades of U.S. foreign policy decisions that, he argues, fueled the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
From NATO's expansion into Eastern Europe to covert assassinations, missile defense systems, and color-coded revolutions, Horton meticulously pieces together how these policies escalated tensions with Russia rather than fostering peace. Was this war inevitable, or was it provoked?
Key Topics:
How NATO’s relentless expansion created a powder keg.
The role of U.S. weapons manufacturers and the military-industrial complex.
What missed opportunities could have prevented this war?
Shocking parallels between media narratives and historical propaganda.
Lessons the world must learn to avoid future global catastrophes.
This conversation is packed with history, hard truths, and insights that challenge mainstream narratives.
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