Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : Should the UN Expel War Criminals?
Sep 2, 2025
Jeffrey Sachs, a renowned economist known for his expertise in sustainable development and poverty alleviation, dives into critical global issues. He debates the UN's stance on war criminals in the context of the ongoing Palestinian situation. Sachs highlights how U.S. foreign policies have strained alliances, particularly with India. He discusses the decline of the dollar in global trade and its implications for U.S. interests. The conversation also addresses the impact of U.S. diplomatic actions on Palestinian rights, advocating for a two-state solution based on human rights.
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Trump Is Pushing Countries Together
- Donald Trump’s actions have pushed many countries to align against the U.S. and its policies.
- Jeffrey Sachs says Trump's punitive moves, especially vs. India, unite other nations politically and economically away from the U.S.
Dollar Coercion Is Driving Alternatives
- Sachs notes that countries can create alternative payment systems to avoid U.S. dollar sanctions.
- He argues nations will trade in rubles, renminbi, or other mechanisms to bypass unilateral U.S. financial pressure.
Geopolitics Raising U.S. Interest Rates
- Sachs connects Trump's trade blunders to rising U.S. interest rates and declining global trust in dollar assets.
- He warns that fewer foreign holders of U.S. assets push U.S. rates up and weaken economic competitiveness.
