The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2759 Marjorie Taylor Greene and Joe Kent Honor Ron Paul
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May 9, 2026 
Daniel McAdams, Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute and co-host of the Ron Paul Liberty Report, offers commentary on U.S. foreign policy from a libertarian viewpoint. He discusses the Ron Paul Institute spring conference, reactions to Marjorie Taylor Greene and Joe Kent, Thomas Massie’s documentary and race, and the institute’s role in building grassroots networks.
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Institute Embraces Antiwar Voices
- Daniel McAdams highlighted that hosting controversial speakers like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Joe Kent signals the Ron Paul Institute's shift toward confronting renewed pro-war momentum.
- The conference aimed to challenge the prevailing narrative as the U.S. reengages in large-scale hostilities, showing varied voices willing to question policy.
Joe Kent's Resignation Seen As Courageous
- Tom Woods recounted his impression of Joe Kent as calm, gentlemanly, and unexpectedly thoughtful after hearing Kent's resignation letter and speech.
- Woods emphasized Kent's 11 combat tours and that his White House resignation was rare courage, noting Kent's personal story about his late wife and Syria.
Israel Lobby Influence Shapes Policy Choices
- The hosts argued influence from pro-Israel donors and lobbyists heavily shapes U.S. Middle East policy, citing Miriam Adelson's evasive remark about methods of influence.
- They linked appointments like Nick Stewart to a negotiating team predisposed against talks with Iran.
