GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution
The Senior Moment with Jonah Goldberg | GoodFellows: John H. Cochrane, Niall Ferguson, H.R. McMaster, and Bill Whalen | Hoover Institution
Jul 12, 2024
Jonah Goldberg discusses differences with Niall Ferguson, Biden/Trump gerontocracy, and European elections. Debate on US vs. Soviet Union similarities, Joe Biden's nomination uncertainty, leftward shifts in UK and France elections, Russian interference in US elections, stablecoins, and dog recommendations.
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- America's issues differ from Soviet Union's origins
- Geopolitical stakes impact next US election
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Discussion on Late Soviet America and Different Views
The podcast episode delves into a discussion about the comparison between late Soviet America and the current political landscape. Neil Ferguson initiates a debate with Jonah Goldberg regarding whether America resembles the late Soviet Union, citing indicators like gerontocracy and declining life expectancy. While Ferguson presents the idea of similarities, Goldberg disagrees, highlighting that the issues in America are not rooted in the same origins as the Soviet Union. The conversation expands to include perspectives from John Cochran and H.R. McMaster, exploring the impact of older leaders on governance and potential outcomes.
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