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The Seth Leibsohn Show

September 25, 2023 - Hour 3 (Guest Brandon Weichert)

Sep 26, 2023
Brandon Weichert, Senior Editor at 19fortyfive.com and author, discusses German bratwurst recipe. They also talk about Menendez's indictment, DeSantis and Newsom's upcoming debate, tensions in Armenia, and China's threat to Taiwan.
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Quick takeaways

  • China's military capabilities, including land-based missiles and cyber warfare, pose a significant threat to the United States.
  • The decline in religious identification among Democrats reflects a shift in the party's values and priorities, contrasting with consistent religious identification among Republicans.

Deep dives

China's Growing Military Threat

China's military capabilities pose a significant threat to the United States. Their land-based anti-ship and anti-aircraft missiles, along with their surface-to-surface long-range missiles, are some of their strongest assets. Additionally, their ability to disrupt the electromagnetic spectrum, knock out satellites, and engage in cyber warfare further increase their threat. While China's carriers are touted as a major offensive capability, they are actually their weakest point and vulnerable to submarine attacks. Furthermore, China's efforts to convert civilian carriers into amphibious landing vessels are concerning. Overall, their military capabilities demand attention and strategic response from the United States.

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