The Foreign Desk US election counterintuitives
Nov 2, 2024
Join Andrew Natsios, former USAID administrator, Leslie Vinjamuri from Chatham House, and geopolitical expert Charles Hecker as they unpack the perplexing contradictions in U.S. presidential policies. Discover why candidates often stray from their campaign promises and the complexities of foreign aid driven by morality versus national interests. They also delve into the contrasting immigration policies of Trump and Obama, and how historical perceptions shape current political strategies. Get ready for some eye-opening insights ahead of the election!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Political Identities and Strategies
01:58 • 9min
The Dynamics of Foreign Aid: Balancing Altruism and Interest
10:48 • 8min
Unconventional Leadership: Examining Presidential Impact
19:18 • 10min
The Impacts of American Policies in the Middle East
29:10 • 2min
Immigration Policies: A Historical Contrast
31:03 • 7min
Political Parties and Economic Performance
37:42 • 5min
Speculative Insights on the Upcoming Election
42:29 • 3min