GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution Hope for Peace, Prepare for War, with Walter Russell Mead | GoodFellows | Hoover Institution
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Oct 29, 2024 
Walter Russell Mead, a Bard College professor and Wall Street Journal columnist, joins the discussion with insights on global affairs. He explores the complexities of U.S.-Israeli relations amid military conflicts, questioning the apparent discord between Israel's actions and American directives. The conversation shifts to Ukraine's ongoing struggle, highlighting the need for reevaluation in response to Russia's tactics. They also address the looming mental health crisis in America linked to political polarization and reflect on the legacy of Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh.
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Declining US Influence
- The White House's influence over Israel is declining, as seen in Israel's repeated disregard for U.S. entreaties.
- This reflects a broader decline in the Biden administration's global dominance, not just a strained U.S.-Israel relationship.
Military Victories and Political Outcomes
- Israel's consistent military victories haven't led to desired political outcomes.
- This is a recurring theme in the Middle East, where military dominance doesn't guarantee lasting peace.
Iran's Likely Response
- Iran likely won't directly attack Israel again but will escalate horizontally through proxies and assassinations.
- Israel might eventually strike Iran's nuclear and missile facilities, as Iran's vulnerability has been exposed.