

Novara FM: The Decades Long Plan that Made Trump Possible w/ David Adler
13 snips Feb 27, 2025
David Adler, Co-General Coordinator of the Progressive International, dives deep into the long-term strategies that birthed Trumpism, framing it as part of a decades-long project. He critiques American hegemony and the intertwining of elite interests, highlighting the dangers posed by reactionary politics rooted in racism and inequality. Adler emphasizes the need for innovative political movements to counter entrenched interests, advocating for a shift in progressive strategies and political education to confront rising far-right ideologies effectively.
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Trump's Reactionary Project
- Trump's actions are not unprecedented but a culmination of a long-term reactionary project.
- This project involves various actors, including judges, journalists, and industrialists.
US Hegemony and Hard Power
- US hegemony is maintained through soft and hard power, with a shift towards hard power under Trump.
- This involves exploiting other nations and prioritizing US financial control.
US Disregard for International Law
- The US has a history of disregarding international law and pursuing unilateral power.
- Trump's open aggression is a continuation of this trend, though with different rhetoric.