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H.R. McMaster on Why the Trump Administration Was “At War with Ourselves” | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution

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Navigating the Divide: Roles in the White House

In the White House, individuals are motivated by fundamentally different objectives. Group A consists of those who aim to support the elected president in shaping his agenda by providing comprehensive analysis and multiple options for decision-making. This group believes in empowering the president to make his own choices, emphasizing collaboration and respect for the electoral mandate. Conversely, Group B seeks to manipulate decisions to align with their own agendas, viewing the president merely as a means to execute their goals. This distinction highlights the complexity of relationships within the administration and the varying motivations that influence decision-making processes.

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