The Intelligence from The Economist Off the warpath: America 80 years after Pearl Harbour
Dec 7, 2021
Anton LaGuardia, The Economist's diplomatic editor, and Daniel Knowles, the Midwest correspondent based in Chicago, explore America's 80 years of influence since Pearl Harbor. They discuss how the attack transformed the nation into a military giant and its current geopolitical struggles, especially with China. Knowles delves into the political complexities surrounding car ownership and urban mobility, revealing tensions between national priorities and local policies. The conversation reflects on evolving work environments post-pandemic and the future of American car culture.
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Visit to Pearl Harbor
- Anton LaGuardia visited Pearl Harbor to understand the events of December 7, 1941.
- He observed a brass band playing at the USS Missouri, where Japan surrendered in 1945.
America's Shift to Interventionism
- The Pearl Harbor attack was pivotal in shaping America's global role.
- It shifted the US from isolationism to international involvement.
China-Taiwan Tensions
- The most pressing geopolitical issue for the US is the China-Taiwan situation.
- While US policy is strategically ambiguous, Biden's statements suggest a commitment to Taiwan's defense.