Energy is the key to social development in Africa. The Ukrainians have serious manpower issues. Troops are deserting in large numbers. Just how can Sir Ferguson possibly say Mr. Trump is assembling a good team. Just check the individuals Trump has selected to run the Department of Defense. CS. Forester and Douglas Reeman, great historical novels.
With Marco Rubio's appointment as foreign secretary the neo conservative interventionists shouldn't need to worry. The America First crowd definitely lost the battle for foreign policy.
To the question about exposing children to books. Blow up your TV. I grew up rural. We didn't have one. I hung out at our small library and read everything. My parents subscribed to Book of the Month and Readers Digest condensed books. I was way better prepared than my fellows when I got to college.
I’ve taught the Declaration and the Constitution to undergrads for 20 years. But there’s no way I could survive this last campaign and election, let alone run the country. And don’t forget that Trump’s late sister was a federal judge. Surely she had some educational influence in his life.
One question about Presidential power, gentlemen: do Presidents unilaterally take power or are they allowed to take power by a very ineffective and timid legislative branch? Don't Presidents take what they are allowed to take? Isn't this what got us into this mess in the first place? Where has that strong legislative branch been and when might we see it again? From my vantage point, the legislative branch has abdicated or simply neglected it most important role, which is government oversight. Isn't it about time they reigned in the so-called fourth branch, particularly their regulatory over-reach and kangaroo court system? The mess our government is in and lies primarily at their feet, not the feet of Presidents. How about starting by demanding all government spending conform to GAP accounting standards, like those of us in the private sector that fund this mess are required to do? How about a Department of Defense that has a clue where it spends public monies, HR, and can actually pass an audit? Once Defense learns, they can run training courses for the remainder of the government.
I once called out an executive with USAID who was presenting for a global health student association. I said how is our system actually promoting market competition and equal treatment as equal nations. His answer was essentially that we will always need to provide US taxpayer aid because of these issues and that they would never develop their own agriculture... Let alone other kinds of goods... There are careers built on this kind of aid. It's money
Tariffs on Mexico and Canada and China? People like me will be even less able to afford basic things...how does it help all low and even middle class people who won't even be able to afford your crap?
Tariffs aren't going to happen on Mexico and Canada (at least not as described thus far). These are negotiating tools. As for China, I have no problem with it. For every silly little retaliatory measure they enact, it will just make it that much easier for us to wean ourselves of of them, which is absolutely in our interest, and not at all in theirs.
The world must be returns to its natural geopolitical configuration with the traditional policy of deterrence each other. It seems to me the geopolitical balance can be restore by way of reviving the political significance of Japan and Germany.
I can't hope for the fall of Assad. As much as I dislike the dictator, the likely human consequences and loss of life from the inevitable resurgence of civil war in Syria is appalling.
The ironic thing is, it will hurt republicans / the 'plantation' owners the most. Illegals replaced slaves for them, and still make up more than 50 or something % of factory and farm workers. Now they will have to pay actual minimum wage.
The 7 minute or so discussion of Russia and Ukraine was hard to listen to, FYI. One (3rd) of my major criticisms of Putin’s 2022 invasion was that given all his rhetoric about exhausting all avenues before invasion was that he would not even discuss the elephant in the room. Neither would the US or NATO. Soon, the elephant may be hobbling around in places inconvenient for many (not all) on all sides to have to watch. 37:20. Plymouth? Crazyman’s activities seem crossed out again. Maybe I need to watch more sub 30 F Boston and NYC LiveCam for perspective I already know by heart. 42:30. Sorry John. In the US, politician has been a substitute noble calling. So much so that even the King of Pop and King of Basketball are more noble in the popular mind than the King. A story for another day. I laugh every day about the substitute royalty.
Huge mistake to think it would be a good thing to make them massive agricultural producers. Look at our food system. GMOs are an issue for the environment and the people that eat them. Then you have the legal issue about not being able to use your own seeds to plant crops for the following year. They may need tractors, but they don't need chemicals and GMOs!😮😮😮
glad there'll be a Christmas present episode
Amazing episode - i love seeing these three engage with the audience’s questions
Thank you pops for attending! Love you
Love love love H.R.'s Philly pride. He represents us so well !!
This show is amazing. Please never stop. :)
Great show, so informative
Agree on David Hume and recommend his History of England- the edition with the Preface by his friend Adam Smith
As always many thanks
Niall is SOOO right about Tolkein!
Talk about the censorship in Brazil 🇧🇷
The Hill 5/24/24. “Israel’s censorship of the AP is a cautionary tale for the US”
Energy is the key to social development in Africa. The Ukrainians have serious manpower issues. Troops are deserting in large numbers. Just how can Sir Ferguson possibly say Mr. Trump is assembling a good team. Just check the individuals Trump has selected to run the Department of Defense. CS. Forester and Douglas Reeman, great historical novels.
With Marco Rubio's appointment as foreign secretary the neo conservative interventionists shouldn't need to worry. The America First crowd definitely lost the battle for foreign policy.
Lord grace surrounding Thee!
51:14 Animal Farm is a brilliant book for children too. But get them to read it twice, once aged 8-9, and again around age 17.
To the question about exposing children to books. Blow up your TV. I grew up rural. We didn't have one. I hung out at our small library and read everything. My parents subscribed to Book of the Month and Readers Digest condensed books. I was way better prepared than my fellows when I got to college.
I’ve taught the Declaration and the Constitution to undergrads for 20 years. But there’s no way I could survive this last campaign and election, let alone run the country.
And don’t forget that Trump’s late sister was a federal judge. Surely she had some educational influence in his life.
Note to the moderator: Niall may have a title in Great Britain, but in the US use of titles are inappropriate.
Where is John? Who is the artist? :)
48:43 HR's book recommendation is intense for a 7 year old 😂
One question about Presidential power, gentlemen: do Presidents unilaterally take power or are they allowed to take power by a very ineffective and timid legislative branch? Don't Presidents take what they are allowed to take? Isn't this what got us into this mess in the first place? Where has that strong legislative branch been and when might we see it again? From my vantage point, the legislative branch has abdicated or simply neglected it most important role, which is government oversight. Isn't it about time they reigned in the so-called fourth branch, particularly their regulatory over-reach and kangaroo court system? The mess our government is in and lies primarily at their feet, not the feet of Presidents. How about starting by demanding all government spending conform to GAP accounting standards, like those of us in the private sector that fund this mess are required to do? How about a Department of Defense that has a clue where it spends public monies, HR, and can actually pass an audit? Once Defense learns, they can run training courses for the remainder of the government.
I once called out an executive with USAID who was presenting for a global health student association. I said how is our system actually promoting market competition and equal treatment as equal nations. His answer was essentially that we will always need to provide US taxpayer aid because of these issues and that they would never develop their own agriculture... Let alone other kinds of goods... There are careers built on this kind of aid. It's money
Milei’s popular support is at 47%…
May we have Allies Trump?
Tariffs on Mexico and Canada and China? People like me will be even less able to afford basic things...how does it help all low and even middle class people who won't even be able to afford your crap?
Tariffs aren't going to happen on Mexico and Canada (at least not as described thus far). These are negotiating tools.
As for China, I have no problem with it. For every silly little retaliatory measure they enact, it will just make it that much easier for us to wean ourselves of of them, which is absolutely in our interest, and not at all in theirs.
Students will say, LORD many professors can't stop eating thy documents resting upon sustained!
The world must be returns to its natural geopolitical configuration with the traditional policy of deterrence each other. It seems to me the geopolitical balance can be restore by way of reviving the political significance of Japan and Germany.
wholesome
Put these three in charge of the US as a triumvirate. Hell, bring them 0:50 to the UK and get rid of the clowns we hsve in charge
Its no contest. I would pick Jesus for my guest pick.
What are with those pictures behind John Cochrane, is that him as a transgender man / woman ?
John Cochrane thinks Milei is doing great??
I can't hope for the fall of Assad. As much as I dislike the dictator, the likely human consequences and loss of life from the inevitable resurgence of civil war in Syria is appalling.
Do you want to be surrounded by sanctuary cities, or perhaps permanent camps where the people will live as they do slave work for the rich?
Don't they still force children to read books in school? What's the effect on children if the DOE is dismantled?
Removing hard working un-registered citizens helps the economy how?
The ironic thing is, it will hurt republicans / the 'plantation' owners the most. Illegals replaced slaves for them, and still make up more than 50 or something % of factory and farm workers. Now they will have to pay actual minimum wage.
What exactly is an "un-registered citizen?"
Tit for tat? Seems like it’s been pretty much one way.
The 7 minute or so discussion of Russia and Ukraine was hard to listen to, FYI. One (3rd) of my major criticisms of Putin’s 2022 invasion was that given all his rhetoric about exhausting all avenues before invasion was that he would not even discuss the elephant in the room. Neither would the US or NATO. Soon, the elephant may be hobbling around in places inconvenient for many (not all) on all sides to have to watch. 37:20. Plymouth? Crazyman’s activities seem crossed out again. Maybe I need to watch more sub 30 F Boston and NYC LiveCam for perspective I already know by heart. 42:30. Sorry John. In the US, politician has been a substitute noble calling. So much so that even the King of Pop and King of Basketball are more noble in the popular mind than the King. A story for another day. I laugh every day about the substitute royalty.
Africa? I remind you WE’RE BROKE1 People in hurricane ravaged North Carolina are living in TENTS! Americans first!
Huge mistake to think it would be a good thing to make them massive agricultural producers. Look at our food system. GMOs are an issue for the environment and the people that eat them. Then you have the legal issue about not being able to use your own seeds to plant crops for the following year. They may need tractors, but they don't need chemicals and GMOs!😮😮😮
Nothing is wrong with GMOs. In fact they offer many opportunities to reduce chemical use
Let's see, how good will be Trump to Ukraine 😉
... and how bad he will be to his friend Putin.
He will make up for it with support for Netanyahu’s GNCD, Ethnic Cleansing, Lebensraum, in Gaza.
If you run away from issue and discuss problems globally.
Its pointless