Tag: Foreign Policy
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Global Perspectives: How the World Sees American Democracy
International democracy indices reveal concerning trends in perceptions of American governance. Beyond the Spectacle examines how global allies and adversaries are responding to shifts in U.S. democratic stability.
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The Weaponization of Tariffs
Trump’s tariff threats against allies reveal a pattern of using economic disruption as political leverage. Beyond the Spectacle examines the market volatility, consumer costs, and global stability risks of weaponizing tariffs.
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The Loyalty Factor
The staffing patterns emerging in Trump’s second administration reveal a prioritization of personal loyalty that raises significant questions about governance effectiveness. By examining the verifiable record of appointments, dismissals, and public statements, we can identify a pattern that transcends normal political alignment and moves into the territory of personal fealty.
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American Leadership Diminished
Last week’s Oval Office meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy raised serious concerns about the conduct of American diplomacy. What should have been a respectful discussion between allies instead displayed several deeply troubling elements.
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The Foreign Policy of Personal Grievance
The February 28th Oval Office confrontation between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy wasn’t an isolated incident but part of a consistent pattern in American foreign policy that prioritizes personal loyalty over strategic interests. By examining verifiable diplomatic interactions since Trump returned to office, a troubling framework emerges that should concern Americans across the political spectrum.