The Duran Podcast
Forever wars w/ Aaron Maté
May 2, 2024
Guest Aaron Maté discusses the consequences of perpetual warfare, influential figures in global affairs like Victoria Newland, geopolitical complexities in conflicts like Ukraine, challenges of dissent and media manipulation, democracy struggles, the importance of independent media, audience comments on Christian Zionism in outreach, news coverage challenges, battling the national security state, and a lively debate on pronunciation and well wishes.
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- Forever wars fueled by recurring decision-makers prioritizing self-interest over diplomacy.
- Resistance to peace agreements in Ukraine driven by factions benefiting from political unrest.
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US Involvement in Forever Wars
The involvement of the US in various wars, from Yugoslavia to the current situation in Ukraine, has led to debate suppression, media control, and erosion of legal protections. The perpetuation of forever wars has been fueled by a recurring cast of decision-makers who continually push for new conflicts, with little regard for the consequences.
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