The Wright Show The Biden-Trump Path to Global Ruin (Robert Wright & Matthew Duss)
May 6, 2025
Matthew Duss, the Executive VP at the Center for International Policy and former advisor to Bernie Sanders, dives deep into pressing global issues. He discusses the ethical implications of Israel's military actions in Gaza and examines how U.S. foreign policy influences public opinion. The conversation navigates the complexities of U.S.-China relations and critiques the shift in trade policy under Trump. Duss also advocates for urgent campaign finance reform, questioning the impact of oligarchy on democracy and the political landscape.
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Netanyahu's Gaza War Strategy
- Netanyahu's true goal in Gaza is to prolong the war under any pretext rather than achieving security.
- Flattening cities and inflicting pain breed more resistance and strengthen Hamas rather than weaken it.
Biden vs Trump on Gaza Constraints
- Biden’s administration differs little from Trump in not imposing real constraints on Israel's Gaza war.
- They focus more on statements and minor aid adjustments than on halting Israeli actions.
Public Opinion vs. Policy on Israel
- American public opinion has become more negative towards Israel but this shift barely impacts U.S. policy.
- Foreign policy issues often rank low on voters’ actual priorities, reducing political pressure for change.