Francisco R. Rodríguez

Mark Weisbrot, Co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research, and Francisco Rodriguez, a senior research fellow and professor at the University of Denver, delve into the lethal consequences of U.S. economic sanctions. They reveal that sanctions can result in as many deaths as wars, particularly affecting vulnerable populations like children and the sick. Their discussion critiques the hypocrisy of the U.S. foreign policy, advocating for a re-examination of how sanctions are employed and the humanitarian crises they create. With insights from their impactful research, the conversation underscores the urgent need for change.

Francisco Rodríguez, former chief economist of the Venezuelan National Assembly and professor at the University of Denver, discusses the ramifications of U.S. sanctions on Venezuela's economy and the resulting migration crisis. He addresses the internal political conflicts in the Trump administration regarding immigration policies and suggests a more realistic approach towards Maduro. The conversation highlights the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, the challenges of promoting democracy, and the dire need for effective immigration strategies amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.