Slate News Slate Money | The Consequences of Getting on Europe’s Bad Side
Feb 22, 2025
This discussion dives into the economic ramifications of the U.S. shifting its alliances from Europe to Russia. The hosts assess Intel’s potential restructuring and its implications for the tech world. They also spotlight Quince, a brand redefining affordable luxury, and the cultural significance of fashion dupes. Light-hearted segments include a humorous exploration of soaring egg prices and quirky anecdotes from the world of chickens and airline mishaps.
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US Economic Hegemony
- The U.S. benefits economically from its global alliances, particularly with Europe.
- These alliances are strongly linked to security and defense agreements.
Democracy and Alliances
- Many U.S. client states are Western democracies, aligning with security guarantees.
- The Trump administration's anti-democratic stance affects these partnerships.
US-China vs. US-Europe Ties
- Economic ties between the U.S. and China are weaker than those with Europe.
- Europe provides significant foreign investment and aligns with the U.S. as a services-based economy.
