

John Mearsheimer and Jeffrey Sachs | All-In Summit 2024
189 snips Oct 1, 2024
Join John Mearsheimer, a foreign policy expert from the University of Chicago, and Jeffrey Sachs, a Columbia University economist focused on sustainable development, as they delve into pressing global issues. They dissect the concept of the 'Deep State' and its influence on U.S. foreign policy. The duo also discusses the rising tensions with China, the morality behind U.S. interventions, and India's growing geopolitical role. Tensions in the Middle East and strategies for avoiding nuclear conflict are also critically examined, providing rich insights into today's complex international landscape.
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The Deep State Party
- There's one "deep state" party composed of members from both Democrats and Republicans.
- This deep state includes figures like Dick Cheney, Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, and Victoria Nuland.
Victoria Nuland's Influence
- Victoria Nuland served in various administrations (Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden), influencing Russia and Ukraine policy.
- She played a role in NATO enlargement, the 2014 Ukrainian coup, and has advised both Cheney and Biden.
Defining the Deep State
- The "deep state" refers to the administrative state, a powerful entity managing foreign policy.
- Bureaucrats within this state develop vested interests in specific policies, aligning with Democrats and Republicans.