The Tucker Carlson Show Auron MacIntyre: The American Empire Is Racing Towards Collapse. Here’s How to Prevent It.
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Aug 18, 2025 
Auron MacIntyre, a columnist and author known for his insights on political theory, dives into the complexities of American foreign policy and its far-reaching consequences. He critiques the endeavors of the U.S. over the last 60 years, questioning the viability of a multicultural society. MacIntyre discusses the implications of decentralizing power, the erosion of community values, and the potential for authoritarianism in modern governance. He also reflects on the historical foundations of American identity and the challenges posed by today's political landscape.
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Media Favors Slogans Over Statesmanship
- Statesmanship and prudence require deliberation that soundbite media cannot convey.
- MacIntyre argues modern media incentivizes slogans over thoughtful governance.
Slow Decay Through Social Withdrawal
- Social collapse will be gradual as people 'check out' by refusing work, family and civic duties.
- MacIntyre predicts societal breakdown from internal erosion rather than a single revolutionary event.
Technology Enables Soft Totalitarianism
- MacIntyre argues the US is shifting toward a soft-totalitarian, Chinese-style model using technology and social control.
- He warns modern tools enable control without overt mass incarceration, via deplatforming and financial exclusion.
