UnHerd with Freddie Sayers Debate: This house welcomes the new Trump era
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Jan 21, 2025 
Join Mary Harrington, a sharp political commentator, alongside academic James Orr, journalist Aaron Bastani, and seasoned writer Peter Hitchens, as they dissect the new Trump administration. They discuss the potential positive changes Trump could bring to foreign policy and immigration. The panel critiques his impact on democracy and Britain's identity, while navigating cultural shifts and the influence of major tech figures in politics. Dive into the complex implications of Trumpism and its enduring legacy on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Trumpism's Focus
- Trump 2.0's focus is Trumpism, prioritizing policies over personality.
- There's optimism about Trump's foreign policy instincts, immigration stance, and potential climate realism.
Inauguration Observations
- Melania Trump's inauguration outfit, including a hat resembling the Iron Dome, kept the president away.
- Vice President Pence, who once compared Trump to Hitler, now wears a long red tie.
Trump's Liberal Mercantilism
- Trump is not a conservative, but a liberal mercantilist, similar to 19th-century entrepreneurs.
- His presidency forces Britain to choose its global alignment, possibly reorienting towards the Anglosphere.