The Jimmy Dore Show Chris Hedges REACTS To Glenn Greenwald Criticism!
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Feb 28, 2025 
Chris Hedges, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, joins Ed Dowd, a finance expert, and Paul Stone, a CEO and writer, to tackle Glenn Greenwald's criticism of Hedges' take on Trump’s impact on government institutions. They dissect the complexities of U.S. foreign policy during Trump's presidency, touching on military spending and economic turmoil. The conversation also critically analyzes the influence of wealthy individuals on technology and the implications of Trump's controversial video regarding Gaza, illuminating the intersection of politics and public sentiment.
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Hedges' Response to Greenwald
- Chris Hedges clarifies that Glenn Greenwald misrepresented his article about late-stage empires.
- Hedges agrees with Greenwald's criticisms of American empire but says the Trump administration doesn't understand how empire works.
Neocon Opposition to Trump
- Jimmy Dore questions why neoconservatives opposed Trump if he truly had a non-interventionist agenda.
- Hedges suggests the opposition stems from Trump's broader actions, not his stance on military intervention.
Corporatists vs. Oligarchs
- Hedges differentiates between corporatists, who desire stability, and oligarchs, who thrive on chaos.
- He argues that Trump, backed by oligarchs, aims to dismantle existing structures for personal gain.
