Brussels Sprouts Trump's Vision for America and the World
Jan 24, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Robert Kagan, a senior fellow at Brookings and expert in foreign policy, delves into the implications of Trump's second term. He examines the rise of white Christian nationalism within the GOP and its effects on American politics. Kagan also analyzes the conflict in Ukraine, Trump's evolving stance towards Russia, and the decline of the Democratic Party. He raises critical questions about the future of American ideals amidst growing polarization and factionalism, providing a thoughtful perspective on contemporary challenges.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Rise of White Christian Nationalism
02:20 • 16min
Geopolitical Futures: Ukraine's Conflict
18:47 • 7min
Trump's Evolving Stance on Russia and Ukraine
25:47 • 19min
The Decline of the Democratic Party
45:01 • 5min
Challenges to American Ideals
50:24 • 8min
Analyzing Political Factionalism and Opposition Strategy
58:12 • 4min
