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Thomas Friedman on the Future of America and the World: The Post-Election Dissection, Part Two

Nov 22, 2024
Thomas Friedman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and New York Times columnist, discusses the shifting landscape of American influence in global affairs post-2024 election. He delves into Trump's ambitious foreign policy, including plans for Ukraine and Israel, questioning their potential to stabilize or exacerbate tensions. Friedman also examines the complexities of U.S.-China relations and calls for renewed commitment to a two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, emphasizing the importance of U.S. leadership amid rising global conflicts.
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ADVICE

Revive the Peace Plan

  • Friedman urges Trump to revive Kushner's two-state solution peace plan.
  • He suggests using it as a foundation, even if imperfect, to revitalize Middle East peace efforts.
INSIGHT

Netanyahu's Failed Strategy

  • Netanyahu's strategy involved keeping Palestinian factions divided to obstruct peace negotiations.
  • This tactic backfired, leading to a significant intelligence failure regarding Hamas's intentions.
ANECDOTE

Abraham Accords Origins

  • Trump thanked Friedman for supporting the Abraham Accords.
  • These accords arose from a peace plan crafted by Jared Kushner, which Trump tested with Netanyahu.
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