Paul Pillar
Former CIA analyst for 28 years and non-resident senior fellow at Georgetown's Center for Security Studies and the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. Understands firsthand how military intelligence is used and abused to justify war.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 13min
Paul Pillar: America Should Not Fight Israel's War
Paul Pillar, a former CIA analyst with extensive expertise in military intelligence, delves deep into America’s complicated role in the Israel-Iran conflict. He warns of unsettling parallels to the Iraq War, emphasizing the dangers of misinformation. Pillar discusses the implications of recent Israeli military actions, the significance of Iran's nuclear ambitions, and the potential for regime change. He critiques the oversimplified narratives surrounding Iran’s influence, advocating for careful diplomacy and bipartisan unity in U.S. foreign policy to navigate these tensions.
Jan 29, 2024 • 1h
January 29, 2024 - Nick Heras | Paul Pillar | Allan Lichtman
Experts Nick Heras and Paul Pillar discuss Biden's options to retaliate against Iran, including the pressure to strike Iran and the presence of US troops in the region. They explore potential responses to Iranian-backed attacks, the operational environment in Syria, and the risks of escalation. They also discuss the historical evidence and potential consequences of not honoring the original meaning of the 14th Amendment, as well as Trump's insurrection and changing conservative views on the Constitution.
