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Hillsdale Dialogues
Republics Ancient and Modern
Sep 15, 2023
Discussion on Dr. Paul Ray's book about proxy wars and the parallels between ancient Greece and recent events. Exploring the Sicilian campaign and the concept of proxy war. Athenian ambitions and strains on the American Republic. Concerns about competence and decision-making skills of an elderly president. Stresses on the American Republic and democracy. The dangers of law fair and its impact on democracies. The future of American politics and the state of division and bitterness in the United States.
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- Proxy wars have been used throughout history as a strategy to weaken opponents through indirect means.
- The current state of democracy raises concerns about prosecutorial misconduct and the politicization of courts, highlighting the importance of preserving the Constitution and practicing self-restraint in positions of power.
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The Sicilian Proxy War in Ancient Greece
The podcast discusses the Sicilian Proxy War, an optional war for the Athenians during the Peloponnesian War. The Athenians, led by Alcibiades, attempted to conquer Sicily in their quest for glory and resources. However, their expedition ended in disaster as the Spartans intervened and inflicted significant damage on the Athenians, leading to their defeat in the Peloponnesian War.
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