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GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution

China v. Ukraine with Elbridge Colby; TikTok's Clock; Election Meddling Is Cool Now? | GoodFellows: Niall Ferguson, H.R. McMaster, and Bill Whalen | Hoover Institution

Mar 21, 2024
Experts discuss America's military strategy against China, TikTok's ownership debate, and Schumer's call for early Israeli elections. The podcast also explores geopolitical challenges, political interference in Israel, and the complexities of modern romance.
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  • Prioritizing Taiwan's defense over Ukraine highlights strategic balance of power strategies regarding China.
  • Urgent need for increased defense investment to address US military capacity shortfall and enhance global deterrence.

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China's Threat Perception and Military Readiness

China is identified as the top threat due to its economic and military power, highlighting the strategic importance of Asia. Prioritizing Taiwan's defense over Ukraine as part of a classic balance of power strategy is emphasized, with concerns raised about the US military's readiness for a potential conflict.

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