Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat Is the U.S. Leading Us to Nuclear War? Jeffrey Sachs on Power, Politics, and a Dangerous Future
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Oct 12, 2024 Jeffrey Sachs, a renowned economist and Columbia University professor, shares his insights on U.S. foreign policy and the threat of nuclear war. He discusses how historical patterns from British imperialism echo in American actions today, especially in conflicts like Ukraine and Gaza. Sachs highlights the disconnect between government decisions and public opinion, critiquing the military-industrial complex's influence. He warns of the escalating global tensions and advocates for a shift towards more isolationist policies to promote peace and stability.
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British Empire's Influence
- Mo Gawdat asks Jeffrey Sachs about the origins of the current geopolitical landscape.
- Sachs points to the British Empire as a starting point, highlighting its cruelty and dominance.
American Empire's Tactics
- The American empire exerts control by determining who rules in other countries.
- This is achieved through covert regime change operations, often executed by the CIA.
Syrian War Intervention
- Sachs claims that the US public is generally unaware of the US's involvement in regime change operations.
- He uses the Syrian war as an example, where the US allegedly blocked a peace agreement.