PBD Podcast Rep. Victoria Spartz: Ukraine $95.3 Billion Aid Package, Zelenskyy & Putin | PBD Podcast | Ep. 403
Apr 30, 2024
Congresswoman Victoria Spartz, a Ukrainian-American politician representing Indiana, dives deep into pressing political issues. She critiques U.S. foreign policy towards Ukraine and the inefficiencies of government, drawing from her experiences in the USSR. Spartz discusses the ethical concerns surrounding political influence, accountability in Congress, and the dangers of centralized power. She reflects on her journey from Ukraine's repressive regime to advocating for democratic values in America, emphasizing the need for transparency in foreign aid and voter engagement.
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Victoria Spartz's Background
- Victoria Spartz, born in the USSR, is the first Ukrainian-born female member of Congress.
- She's known for confronting powerful figures like the FBI Director and AG Merrick Garland.
America's Strength and Concerns
- Spartz believes America's strength lies in its freedoms and constitutional principles.
- She expresses concern about a shift towards socialist ideology, mirroring the Soviet Union's downfall.
Obama's Clever Power Centralization
- Spartz credits Obama's clever use of grants to state and local governments, even Republican ones, to centralize power.
- This tactic involved attaching strings to the grants, increasing federal influence.
