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All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

E145: Presidential Candidate Chris Christie in conversation with the Besties

Sep 8, 2023

Chris Christie, former Governor of New Jersey and Republican presidential candidate, joins the discussion with insights into the pressing U.S. debt crisis and the need for entitlement reform. He provides a candid take on foreign policy, especially regarding Ukraine and Russia, while critiquing military spending practices. Christie also addresses immigration issues and the fentanyl crisis, pushing for a merit-based system. Finally, he shares his motivations for running for president and reflects on Trump's legal challenges and his own past controversies.

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Quick takeaways

Immigration is a polarized issue used by politicians to serve their own political agendas, with Democrats promoting open borders and Republicans portraying toughness on immigration.

Waste in the military budget can be addressed through implementing zero-based budgeting, selecting competent individuals, and limiting the revolving door between government and the private sector.

The federal government should focus on its constitutional responsibilities regarding immigration, allowing states and cities to determine their own policies.

Criminal justice reform is necessary to address inequities in the prison system and promote a balanced approach to social injustices.

Deep dives

The Polarization of Immigration Discussion

The polarization of the immigration discussion can be attributed to politicians using it as a weapon for their own political agendas. Democrats want to promote a perception of open borders to gain potential future voters, while Republicans want to portray themselves as tough on immigration to appeal to their base. The lack of presidential leadership on this issue has contributed to the polarization. A merit-based immigration system is a logical solution that could be supported by both parties.

Efficiency and Reallocation in Defense Budget

Root cause of truth and zero base budgeting

Democrats' Perception on Immigration and Republicans' Approach

The Soros Group's Influence on Prosecutors and Its Impact on the Country

1.

Intro

2min

2.

Confronting Fiscal Realities

11min

3.

Foreign Policy Debates and Political Reflections

7min

4.

Power, Influence, and Ukraine

31min

5.

Navigating the Immigration Debate

16min

6.

Reforming Justice: New Jersey's Approach

10min

7.

Presidential Aspirations and Legal Turmoil

30min

8.

Karaoke Memories and Government Reforms

3min

9.

Evaluating Presidential Prospects

6min

10.

Legal Challenges and Political Implications Surrounding Hunter Biden

3min

11.

Presidential Insights and Foreign Policy Debates

11min

(0:00) Besties welcome former NJ Governor and Republican Presidential Candidate Chris Christie!

(2:14) US debt crisis, cutting entitlements

(14:03) Level-setting on foreign policy

(25:28) Ukraine / Russia: culpability, where to go from here

(36:47) US defense budget, optimizing spend, zero-based budgeting, influence peddling

(50:01) Immigration policy, how each party co-opts the issue

(1:02:24) Fentanyl crisis in SF, LA, and NYC, incarceration and criminal justice reform, political activism in law enforcement

(1:15:57) Why Chris Christie is running for president

(1:17:41) Thoughts on prosecuting Trump, January 6th, and more

(1:23:16) Chris Christie addresses his past controversies

(1:48:34) Post-interview debrief

Follow the besties:

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https://twitter.com/friedberg

Follow Chris Christie:

https://twitter.com/GovChristie

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Intro Music Credit:

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https://twitter.com/yung_spielburg

Intro Video Credit:

https://twitter.com/TheZachEffect

Referenced in the show:

https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/GFDEBTN

https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/SMPOPNETMUSA

https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/southwest-land-border-encounters

https://www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/2023/08/31/border-families-record-crossings-biden

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