Judging Freedom

Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : Netanyahu Ready to Invade.

Aug 21, 2025
Jeffrey Sachs, a Columbia University economics professor and director of the Earth Institute, dives into the troubling geopolitical tensions surrounding Israel's potential invasion of Gaza. He connects this situation to broader international relations, particularly U.S.-Russia dynamics over Ukraine. Sachs critiques U.S. foreign policy and its role in fostering unity among BRICS nations against America. He underscores the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calling for accountability and highlighting the American public's growing discontent regarding Congressional support for Israel.
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ANECDOTE

Ron Paul Institute Panel Reach

  • Judge Napolitano recounts attending Sachs' Ron Paul Institute lecture and panel with notable commentators.
  • He notes the program reached about 250,000 viewers and set context for their discussion.
INSIGHT

Reciprocity And NATO Expansion

  • Jeffrey Sachs argues Ukraine war result stems from violating reciprocity: don't do to others what you'd not accept at home.
  • NATO expansion near Russia was portrayed as reckless provocation that invited conflict.
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U.S. Meddling Fueled The Conflict

  • Sachs traces escalation to U.S. meddling and the 2014 overthrow of Yanukovych that pushed Ukraine toward NATO.
  • He says U.S. policy ignored warnings from experts like George Kennan and Bill Perry.
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