Scott Horton: Russia, Ukraine, and US Foreign Policy || EP 1434

Episode • Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 6m

Join Nate Thurston and special guest Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute and author of 'Fools Errand,' 'Enough Already,' and 'Provoked,' as they talk about the complexities behind the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Horton dismantles popular narratives, explores how U.S. foreign policy and previous administrations contributed to the conflict, and critiques the impact of Russiagate on American politics. Horton offers in-depth analysis on the roles played by various U.S. Presidents, the influence of neocons, and discusses potential alternative actions Russia could have taken.

(00:48) Debunking the Russia-Ukraine Narrative

(05:19) Historical Context of U.S. and Russia Relations

(09:21) American Propaganda and War Justifications

(19:52) Russia's Security Concerns and NATO Expansion

(32:24) Impact of Russiagate on American Politics

(33:44) Fear and Perception of Trump Among Liberals

(35:14) Conspiracy Theories and Media Influence

(37:05) Lack of Accountability in Political Narratives

(39:09) The Role of Social Media in Shaping Opinions

(42:51) Trump's Foreign Policy and Its Consequences

(55:35) Neoconservatism and Its Influence

Check out Scott's debate w/ Gen. Clark on Piers Morgan