Geopolitics & Empire Stuart J. Hooper: Global Flashpoints & Trump’s Geopolitical Legacy
May 15, 2025
Stuart J. Hooper, a Lecturer and International Politics PhD candidate, dives into the intricacies of U.S. foreign policy and Trump's lasting impact. He urges the MAGA crowd to hold Trump accountable while unpacking global flashpoints like his Saudi visit and tensions in Israel, Iran, and Ukraine. Hooper highlights the dangers of globalism on national sovereignty, critiques media portrayals in the 'cocaine gate' controversy, and reflects on the shifting political landscape in the UK, emphasizing the need for active political engagement.
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MAGA Must Hold Trump Accountable
- MAGA supporters must hold Trump accountable to his 'America First' promises.
- They should push him away from globalist advisors and toward domestic rebuilding.
Iran War Risks Power Vacuum
- War with Iran would create a power vacuum like in Iraq and Syria, causing chaos.
- Serious military analysts warn such a conflict would be disastrous and costly.
Israel's Image and Hamas Impact
- Israel's international image is severely damaged by Gaza airstrikes and humanitarian crises.
- Massive Palestinian protests show Hamas fails to provide a nonviolent resolution.