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Judging Freedom

COL. Lawrence Wilkerson: Who Sets US Foreign Policy?

Nov 20, 2024
COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a military expert and former chief of staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell, dives deep into the intricacies of U.S. foreign policy. He discusses the Biden administration's motives behind military support for Ukraine and critiques Trump's non-interventionist stance. The conversation also addresses challenges facing Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and highlights the humanitarian crises linked to Israeli actions in Gaza. Wilkerson sheds light on the historical parallels of tyranny in conflicts and the risks of unchecked U.S. support for Israel.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Biden administration's strategic use of American military action against Russia reveals the intertwining of domestic political dynamics with foreign policy objectives.
  • Recent political turmoil in Israel showcases how leadership challenges may jeopardize the country's foreign relations, particularly with the United States.

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Biden's Military Strategy and Political Motivations

The Biden administration has authorized the use of offensive weaponry by American forces against targets in Russia, a move perceived as an attempt to complicate Donald Trump's potential efforts to conclude the Ukraine war favorably. The discussion revolves around Biden's motives, particularly that they stem from a combination of political spite due to his electoral loss and a desire to transfer the burden of ongoing conflicts onto Trump. As Trump is characterized as not being inherently pro-war, this strategic calculus raises the stakes for American foreign policy and its implications on both public opinion and global dynamics. The interconnection between past military decisions, like the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the current situation in Ukraine suggests a complex execution of foreign policy that intertwines domestic politics with international consequences.

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