American Prestige E191 - Grand Strategies of the Left w/ Van Jackson
Dec 31, 2024
Van Jackson, a senior lecturer in international relations at Victoria University of Wellington and author of 'Grand Strategies of the Left,' joins to discuss cutting-edge foreign policy strategies. He critiques traditional U.S. grand strategies like neoliberalism and primacy, urging a shift towards progressive approaches. Jackson shares insights on evolving leftist ideologies amidst geopolitical changes, delving into the connection between political theory and real-world applications, and challenges faced within the national security framework.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Grand Strategy and Its Discontents
02:57 • 19min
Critique of U.S. Grand Strategy and Neoliberalism
22:24 • 2min
Evolving Perspectives on U.S. Foreign Policy
24:23 • 15min
Navigating Progressive Foreign Policy
39:48 • 23min
The Intersection of Theory and Practice in Progressive Strategy
01:02:54 • 2min
Navigating Power Dynamics in Social Science
01:04:53 • 2min
Trapped in the National Security State
01:07:08 • 3min
