Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : Trump and War.
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Jun 18, 2025 
Join Jeffrey Sachs, a Columbia University Professor renowned for his work on global development, as he articulates the complexities of Trump’s foreign policy. He critiques how misleading rhetoric shapes perceptions of the Middle East’s progress and examines the intertwined roles of intelligence agencies in directing U.S. strategies. Sachs warns of the dangers in modern diplomacy, stressing the need for honest negotiations with adversaries like Iran. He underscores the urgent requirement for a paradigm shift in American policy to restore global stability.
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Mossad's Influence on U.S. Policy
- Israel's Mossad has long driven U.S. foreign policy, overshadowing presidential intentions.
- Netanyahu's strategy centers on exerting control in the Middle East via U.S.-backed regime changes.
Long-Term War Plans Persist
- Decades-old U.S. plans for multiple Middle East wars have resulted in disastrous conflicts.
- Trump's current alignment with these plans represents a continuation, not a break, from past policies.
Government Reality vs. Truth
- U.S. government narratives often prioritize self-constructed realities over factual evidence.
- Such narratives dismiss honesty, relying instead on the power of weapons to define truth.