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John Anderson: Conversations

Kevin Roberts – The West’s Last Stand

Feb 21, 2025
Kevin Roberts, President of the Heritage Foundation and expert in American history, discusses pivotal changes shaping America and the West. He dives into strategies for revitalizing conservative values and governance. The conversation highlights Trump’s influence on U.S. foreign policy, including the Ukraine conflict and rising challenges from China. Kevin also addresses the complexities of trade policies and the roles of tariffs. Their insights reveal a need for innovative solutions to entrenched issues and a reassessment of America's global stance.
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  • The podcast highlights Kevin Roberts' perspective on the evolving political landscape, specifically how Donald Trump's return reflects a growing public sentiment against self-appointed elites.
  • Discussion centers on America's recalibrating role in global defense, advocating for strong alliances that share joint responsibilities rather than isolationist or purely interventionist policies.

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Overview of the Heritage Foundation

Heritage Foundation is recognized as one of the leading politically conservative public policy organizations in the world, emphasizing impact over size. Its mission begins with rigorous research conducted by high-quality scholars, many of whom are well-regarded researchers that may not achieve tenure in traditional universities due to their political views. Unlike typical think tanks, Heritage actively engages in policy lobbying and employs strategic communication through focus groups to effectively articulate conservative principles to broader audiences. The organization asserts the importance of individual and national sovereignty while aiming to revitalize an understanding of self-governance and cultural inheritance.

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