What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead

The Rise of the Cyber City

Apr 18, 2024

Topics discussed include Israel's retaliatory options against Iran, IMF criticism of US fiscal policy, Zelensky's plea for support, WFH revolution changing American cities, and potential political advantages in city dynamics.

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Israel plans retaliatory strategy against Iran without escalating regional tensions.

IMF warns US fiscal policy risks sparking inflation and destabilizing global funding.

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Israel's Decision on Countering Iran

The IDF has revealed a strategic plan to counter Iran and its proxies, showing Israel's determination to respond. The timing of the strike remains uncertain, reflecting the complexity of preparations involved. Despite the readiness to retaliate, Israel aims to avoid escalating tensions into a regional conflict.

Introduction

4min

Biden Administration's Perspectives on Retaliation and IMF's Criticism of US Fiscal Policy

7min

The Evolution of American Cities and Work Dynamics

16min

Political Advantage in Transition and City Dynamics

4min

Testifying Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and Crafting Testimonies

5min

This week, Walter and Jeremy discuss Israel’s options for retaliating against Iran, why the IMF scolded the United States, Zelensky’s pleas for Israel-style support for Ukraine, and why the Work From Home (WFH) revolution could change American cities and make Gen Z filthy rich.

Read Walter’s new Tablet essay, ‘The Rise of the Cyber City’

Read or watch Walter’s recent Senate testimony on Modernizing US Alliances in the Indo Pacific

Each week on What Really Matters, Walter Russell Mead and Jeremy Stern help you understand the news, decide what matters and what doesn’t, and enjoy following the story of America and the world more than you do now. For more, check out tabletmag.com/what-really-matters. You can read Walter Russell Mead’s Tablet column here, and check out more from Tablet here.

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