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Understanding the New World (Dis)Order, with Stephen Kotkin | GoodFellows: John H. Cochrane, Niall Ferguson, and Bill Whalen | Hoover Institution
Oct 26, 2023
Historian Stephen Kotkin joins Niall Ferguson and John Cochrane to discuss the axis of ill will formed by Russia, China, and Iran, the challenges faced by Israel, and the uncertainty in US strategy. They also explore the need for President Biden to explain Ukraine's funding, the rise of China and its potential dangers, and the importance of unity and national purpose during times of crisis.
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- The need for a coherent US strategy to deter Iran and its proxies from further aggression to protect vulnerable countries like Israel.
- The challenges of deterrence against non-detourable regimes like Iran and the importance of considering alternative strategies.
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The Importance of Clear Strategy to Deter Iran and Protect Israel
Neil Ferguson expresses concern about Israel's vulnerability due to fighting on multiple fronts and highlights the need for a coherent US strategy to deter Iran and its proxies from further aggression. He criticizes the Biden administration's poor track record in deterrence and emphasizes the potential danger if deterrence fails, putting Israel in a more precarious position than ever.
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