Mark Weisbrot

Mark Weisbrot, an economist and co-director of the Center for Economic and Policy Research, dives deep into the harsh reality of economic sanctions. He reveals their devastating impact on civilian populations, labeling them as unethical and akin to war crimes. The discussion covers how sanctions contribute to migration crises and critiques U.S. policies that fail to benefit ordinary Americans. Weisbrot also explores the role of the U.S. dollar in facilitating these sanctions and questions whether tariffs could be seen as another form of economic punishment.

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.