The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 807 - Calculation or Chaos?
Jun 24, 2019
Dive into U.S. foreign policy complexities, particularly regarding Iran, as President Trump shifts strategies surrounding military actions and immigration. Explore the fallout of the Iranian nuclear deal and its global implications, including Iran's aggressive posturing. Critiques of media narratives on national security and the political landscape surrounding immigration policies further deepen the discussion. Additionally, the podcast highlights controversies in education funding and prompts engaging dialogues on history and accountability.
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Deterrence and Red Lines
- Foreign policy is unpredictable, so clear strategies are crucial, especially for deterrence.
- Setting clear red lines and consequences is essential for maintaining credibility and preventing escalation.
Iran's Strategy
- Iran's strategy involves leveraging fears of chaos, particularly among European elites and American Democrats, to pressure Trump back into the nuclear deal.
- They aim to portray Trump as an agent of chaos, contrasting him with their supposed commitment to a "rules-based international order."
Iran's Pressure Campaign
- Iran's pressure campaign includes sanctions relief, tarnishing Trump's image, and maintaining nuclear waivers.
- The waivers, allowing European cooperation with Iran, are key, and the debate around them creates a fissure within the transatlantic alliance.