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Geopolitical Economy Report

NATO vs Western voters and the Global Majority

Jul 12, 2024
Political economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson discuss how Western governments prioritize warmongering over democratic values to expand their proxy war against Russia. They explore the historical context of conflicts, the shift towards cooperative diplomacy, and concerns about nuclear war risks.
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  • Western governments prioritize anti-Russia proxy wars over democratic elections and citizens' interests.
  • Challenges within NATO stem from conflicts like Ukraine, impacting member states' political stability.

Deep dives

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