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Bad Faith
Episode 413 - "The Geopolitical Bargain of the Century" (w/ Dr. Fadhel Kaboub)
Oct 10, 2024
Fadhel Kaboub, an associate professor of economics and president of the Global Institute for Sustainable Prosperity, shares insights on Africa's vital role in addressing the climate crisis. He critiques U.S. climate policies, contrasting them with China's approach. The conversation dives into the need for decolonizing energy and advocating for global solidarity movements to foster sustainable development. Kaboub emphasizes the importance of grassroots organizing and rethinking economic narratives around degrowth and climate finance, aiming for a more equitable future.
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- Developing Africa is vital for addressing climate change and fostering prosperity, though significant political and economic barriers remain in place.
- The podcast critiques the Biden administration's inadequate climate policies, emphasizing the need for accountability from political leaders between election cycles.
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The Environmental Crisis and Political Irony
The podcast addresses the ongoing environmental crisis, highlighting the recent severe impacts of Hurricane Helene on regions like Appalachia, which are not accustomed to such extreme weather. This resurgence in environmental awareness is contrasted with ironic political maneuvers during the 2020 elections, where climate change was a central issue used to rally support for Democratic candidates. Despite prior claims of climate urgency, current frustrations and skepticism among climate advocacy groups highlight a feeling of betrayal regarding the Biden administration's inadequate responses to climate challenges. The conversation aims to reassess the effectiveness of the Biden-Harris administration’s climate policy against the backdrop of unavoidable climate disasters.
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