The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg Red Hot Soviet Nationalism
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May 21, 2025 Jonah Goldberg hosts Dr. Leon Aron, a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and an expert on Russian politics. They dive into the intricate dynamics of Putin and Trump's relationship and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Discussion highlights include the motivations behind Putin's war strategy and the precarious position of Russian military leadership. Aron also explores the future of Russia without Putin and the implications for democracy, revealing how history influences current nationalist narratives and the challenges facing Ukraine and NATO.
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Putin Exploits Trump's Concessions
- Trump's approach in the Ukraine peace talks shows desperation, prepaying concessions and reversing negotiation principles.
- Putin exploits this weakness, pretending to seek peace while gaining advantages from Trump's offers.
Isolationism Undermines NATO Support
- Trump and some on the right show isolationism, removing moral support for democratic allies like NATO.
- This breaks from traditional U.S. policy of siding with victims of aggression and complicates European security.
War Fuels Putin's Regime
- War sustains authoritarian regimes; Putin enjoys the military image and power war provides.
- Peace threatens his control by exposing economic troubles and dissatisfied veterans.
