Primitive Accumulation, Imperialism and Culture-War Grand Strategy | Ep. 276
In this crossover episode between The Un-Diplomatic Podcast and The Jacob Shapiro Podcast, I go deep on the Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy, America’s changing role in the world, and where I might actually agree (!) with MAGA intellectuals.
After writing and talking about this strategy in ten different places, I’ve honed my evaluation to this: It’s an imperialist strategy of primitive accumulation masquerading as a culture-warrior grand strategy. The white supremacy is heart-felt, but also instrumental to militarism, dispossession, and wealth-hoarding. What do I mean? Listen (or watch) to find out!
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