What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead The Foreign Policy Consequences of Biden’s Decline and Fall
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May 30, 2025 Alana Newhouse, Editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazine, dives into her bold choice to launch a print magazine in today's digital world. She explores the emotional impact of print journalism and its human touch in storytelling amidst the rise of AI. The conversation also touches on the ethical responsibilities of journalists today and the need for thoughtful content in an era dominated by rapid information consumption. Newhouse emphasizes the resurgence of print as a tool for genuine engagement and crucial narratives.
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Challenges of Bureaucratic Reform
- Elon Musk's departure from government reform efforts shows the immense difficulty of transforming bureaucracy.
- Despite frustrations, his brief tenure demonstrated how small teams can disrupt large bureaucracies using tech insights.
US Shipbuilding Capacity Reality
- U.S. has minimal shipbuilding capacity compared to China, Japan, and South Korea.
- Calls to revert to 1950s-60s maritime regulations may be misguided; strategic context of wars has changed.
Changing Dynamics of Chinese Students
- Chinese student enrollment in US universities is declining as India surpasses China.
- Increased CCP influence over Chinese students raises concerns about intellectual freedom and university policies.
