TRIGGERnometry Dave Smith VS Triggernometry: War, Nick Fuentes, Tucker Carlson and the American Empire
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Nov 12, 2025 
Dave Smith, a comedian and libertarian commentator, shares his insightful perspectives on foreign policy and the complexities of American interventionism. He discusses how the Iraq War reshaped the Middle East and critiques the notion of the U.S. as an empire. The conversation dives into the ethical implications of military responses, the nuances of Israeli actions post-October 7th, and the rising tide of anti-Semitism. Dave also touches on the challenges of engaging with controversial figures and the shifting landscape of right-wing media.
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Empire Versus Republic
- Dave Smith argues the American people never voted to be a global empire and that empire conflicts with a limited republic.
- He concludes preserving the republic requires abandoning imperial foreign commitments.
From Brooklyn Liberal To Libertarian
- Dave recounts his conversion from liberal to libertarian after following Ron Paul's anti-war arguments.
- He credits studying Ron Paul's ideas for his shift toward free-market and non-interventionist views.
Regime Change Backfires
- Iran's regional influence grew after the Iraq invasion and misguided regime-change wars.
- Dave says interventionist policies repeatedly create more instability than security.
