Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : Trump's Dangerous Moves.
Aug 4, 2025
Jeffrey Sachs, Professor of Sustainable Development at Columbia University, dives into critical issues affecting global politics. He discusses the shift in U.S.-China relations, advocating for cooperation rather than conflict. Sachs critiques Trump's presidency, highlighting the dangers of erratic leadership and the need for serious diplomacy. He explores political turmoil in Israel, emphasizing the urgency of a two-state solution. Additionally, he addresses the overwhelming influence of the military-industrial complex on U.S. foreign policy, calling for more meaningful discourse.
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US Hostility Toward China Origins
- America's hostility toward China began about 10 years ago as a deliberate strategy to halt China's economic success.
- The U.S. now sees China's rise as a threat to American primacy, not for security reasons but to remain number one globally.
US Innovation Policy Fails
- The U.S. lacks a sensible industrial policy, leading to lost leadership in areas like electric vehicles.
- China excels by developing future technologies diligently, while the U.S. undercuts its own innovation ecosystem.
Dangerous Silence in Washington
- Firing the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner for reporting bad data reflects erratic governance.
- Washington exhibits dangerous silence and lacks accountability in the face of harmful presidential actions.