The Wright Show Jimmy Carter vs. Donald Trump (Robert Wright, Derek Davison, and Daniel Bessner)
Jan 10, 2025
Derek Davison, co-host of the American Prestige podcast, joins Robert Wright and Daniel Bessner to dive into pressing political issues. They tackle the implications of Trump's foreign policy, particularly his interest in Greenland, reflecting on pre-WWII attitudes. The conversation shifts to the erosion of international law, sparked by events like the Gaza conflict. Finally, they contrast the legacies of Jimmy Carter and Donald Trump, discussing their differing moral approaches and the impact on U.S. foreign policy.
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Trump's Rhetoric Creates Instability
- Trump's rhetoric, even if unrealistic, demands serious responses, creating instability.
- This is destabilizing because a U.S. president's words carry weight, regardless of their feasibility.
Erosion of International Norms
- Trump's casual talk about violating national borders erodes international norms.
- Robert Wright worries about the impact of this behavior on younger generations.
Norms Already Gone
- Daniel Bessner argues that norms against territorial expansion are already gone, reflecting the failure of liberalism.
- He claims the U.S. has consistently violated such norms since the mid-1940s.