The Deep State and Political Unity

The discussion highlights the notion of a 'deep state' that transcends party lines in U.S. politics, suggesting that key political figures share a cohesive agenda regardless of their public affiliations. Notably, both John Mearsheimer and Jeffrey Sachs argue that this unified establishment has consistently influenced foreign policy decisions leading to military interventions, regardless of which party is in power. They emphasize that this entrenched bureaucracy acts in a way that supports a specific foreign policy, effectively making the distinctions between Democrats and Republicans negligible. An example includes the criticisms directed at figures like Victoria Nuland, who has played a significant role in various administrations, reflecting a continuity of certain policy directions across political spectra.