Origin Story US Post-Election Live Show – Part Two
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Nov 16, 2024 In a live show, Dorian and Ian dive deep into the chaotic aftermath of a Presidential election. They unravel the implications of a potential Trump victory on the UK, highlighting the fragility of democracy. The discussion touches on U.S. foreign policy, particularly in Ukraine, and the emotional impact of Britain’s post-Brexit trade challenges. There’s a spirited debate on voter behavior and political identity, alongside reflections on the role of sanctions and the ethics of military authority amid rising political tensions.
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Choosing Optimism While Researching Doom
- Dorian describes forcing optimism as a survival tactic while researching catastrophic topics.
- He learned to temper despair by deliberately searching for guardrails and human resilience.
Trump Sees Alliances As Protection Rackets
- Trump views NATO as a protection racket and sees alliances as zero-sum transactions.
- That mindset makes credible long-term support for Ukraine unlikely under his presidency.
Zero-Sum Thinking Shapes Dangerous Policy
- Trump's politics are zero-sum: he cannot conceive two parties both gaining.
- That worldview shapes dangerous foreign-policy outcomes because bargains that secure mutual gains seem impossible to him.
