Bulwark Takes

The Day America Lost Everything

Apr 3, 2025
A historic declaration marks the end of the American-led global order. As markets plummet and tariffs rise, America faces an unprecedented economic and geopolitical crisis. The podcast highlights unsettling global events, showcasing a disconnection in shared values among nations. A looming trade war threatens market stability, while a staggering loss of two trillion dollars unveils the chaos within American governance. Trump's presidency further complicates the landscape, raising skepticism worldwide and igniting fears of political upheaval amid economic strife.
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INSIGHT

End of an Era

  • The global economy has been fundamentally altered by the end of the American-led world order.
  • This shift, marked by plunging markets and retaliatory tariffs, has created an unprecedented economic and geopolitical crisis.
ANECDOTE

Market Crash

  • The podcast hosts recorded a video at the stock market's opening bell, discussing the uncertain day ahead.
  • By day's end, the market experienced its worst decline since the COVID shutdown, exceeding a 5% drop.
INSIGHT

Self-Sabotage

  • JVL argues that the American government's actions, including the shutdown and trade wars, are self-destructive.
  • He suggests their goal might be to strengthen executive control, or they are simply acting out of incompetence.
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