The DSR Network A Richness of Embarrassments
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Apr 2, 2025 
Rosa Brooks, a Georgetown law professor and political commentator, joins Ed Luce, a Financial Times columnist, for a thought-provoking discussion. They tackle the irony of 'Liberation Day' amidst a growing police state and eroding democratic ideals. The conversation humorously critiques Elon Musk's influence on politics and electric vehicles. They also address the harsh realities of deportation policies and the dangers of rising authoritarianism. Lastly, Brooks and Luce explore the complexities of global trust and the potential shift into a post-superpower era.
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A Richness of Embarrassments
- David Rothkopf observes a common concern in Washington about the multitude of simultaneous crises.
- He asks his guests, Rosa Brooks and Edward Luce, what worries them most.
Emergence of a Police State
- Rosa Brooks points out the emergence of a police state in America, citing instances of masked men detaining people without identification.
- She emphasizes the escalating nature of this behavior and the chilling effect it has on dissent.
Suppression of "Improper Ideologies"
- David Rothkopf and Edward Luce discuss the chilling effect of suppressing "improper ideologies."
- The loose definition allows targeting any institution or idea as subversive without evidence.