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The Flaws in the American Political System and the Consequences
3:12:16 - 3:18:27 (06:10)
The American political system has many flaws, such as the reliance on interest groups to fund campaigns and the shift away from the original method of electing Senators. These flaws can lead to conflict and sanctions against countries, as seen with the situation between Russia and Ukraine.
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The quality of state governments and governors have a significant impact on their respective state's success, attracting residents and businesses, and making decisions that affect them directly.
3:12:16 - 3:14:17 (02:01)
Summary
The quality of state governments and governors have a significant impact on their respective state's success, attracting residents and businesses, and making decisions that affect them directly. However, the size and scope of the federal government often makes decisions without being accountable and going against the principle of subsidiarity.
ChapterThe Flaws in the American Political System and the Consequences
Episode#29 Erik Prince - Inside The Rise and Fall of Blackwater
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The US government has evolved over the years, moving away from its original intent according to some, with direct election of senators and changes to taxation.
3:14:18 - 3:16:57 (02:39)
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The US government has evolved over the years, moving away from its original intent according to some, with direct election of senators and changes to taxation. Today, it is argued that money in politics is a factor in the direction politicians take, which can benefit special interest groups.
ChapterThe Flaws in the American Political System and the Consequences
Episode#29 Erik Prince - Inside The Rise and Fall of Blackwater
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The US's extraordinary rate of spending, coupled with military failures and a loss of deterrence, weakens the facade of the US dollar being the world's reserve currency and allows other countries to trade with Russia despite economic sanctions.
3:16:57 - 3:18:27 (01:29)
Summary
The US's extraordinary rate of spending, coupled with military failures and a loss of deterrence, weakens the facade of the US dollar being the world's reserve currency and allows other countries to trade with Russia despite economic sanctions.