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The Corrupting Nature of Power in Military Policy
1:27:08 - 1:35:08 (08:00)
This podcast explores the debate between conducting war through a realistic approach of doing whatever it takes to control centers of power versus leading through idealism and acting in the best version of the ideas represented. The conversation contemplates the corrupting nature of power and its impact on military policy in distinguishing between just war and war crimes.
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In this episode, the ethics of power are discussed, including the dilemma between playing a game for the greater good or leading by one's ideals.
1:27:08 - 1:29:59 (02:51)
Summary
In this episode, the ethics of power are discussed, including the dilemma between playing a game for the greater good or leading by one's ideals. The corrupting nature of power is also explored, questioning whether it is possible to hold power without acting in the interest of power itself.
ChapterThe Corrupting Nature of Power in Military Policy
Episode#180 – Jeremi Suri: History of American Power
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A discussion on the concept of a 'just war' and whether military policy always follows this standard.
1:29:59 - 1:32:10 (02:10)
Summary
A discussion on the concept of a 'just war' and whether military policy always follows this standard. The issue of classifying individuals as war criminals is also explored.
ChapterThe Corrupting Nature of Power in Military Policy
Episode#180 – Jeremi Suri: History of American Power
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The first set of lessons for military decision makers is to always remember why they are there and if the means they are using are proportional.
1:32:10 - 1:35:08 (02:58)
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The first set of lessons for military decision makers is to always remember why they are there and if the means they are using are proportional. Giving freedom to make mistakes could be difficult, especially when it comes to a country like Afghanistan that is facing economic suffering and violence.