Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson

COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a military expert and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, shares his insights on the precarious situation in Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia. He emphasizes the shifting dynamics of global power towards China and India and critiques U.S. policy failures. The discussion touches on the balance between national security and free speech in America, and the implications of these issues on democracy. Wilkerson also highlights the challenges Ukraine faces regarding its energy infrastructure and the need for a revised European security strategy.

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former chief of staff to Colin Powell, joins Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen to discuss the intricate link between U.S. elections and foreign policy. They delve into the contrasting military strategies of candidates, and how domestic politics shape international commitments, particularly regarding Ukraine and the Middle East. The group highlights the disconnect between military leadership and civilian perceptions, critiques current U.S. strategies, and examines the manipulation of public support for military actions through exaggerated threats.

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, Alexander Mercouris, and Glenn Diesen discuss the militarization of US foreign policy, lack of accountability in empires, consequences of US intervention in Libya, decision-making at the Pentagon, America's empire, resolving conflicts through cooperation, and the future of Israel.