Pod Save America 2020: Seth Moulton On Patriotism And Beating Trump On National Security
Apr 26, 2019
Seth Moulton, a Massachusetts Congressman and former Marine Corps officer, joins the discussion on national security and the need for new leadership. He shares insights from his military background, critiquing Trump's foreign policies and advocating for a pragmatic approach to issues like nuclear threats. The conversation also covers the challenges within the Veterans Affairs healthcare system and highlights the importance of generational change in political leadership, emphasizing the role of active citizens in shaping future policies.
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Defining Success in War
- Bringing troops home too quickly can create further problems.
- Moulton advocates for clear mission objectives and ensuring they're met before withdrawal.
North Korea Negotiations
- Moulton criticizes Trump's North Korea talks as an abject failure.
- He argues for negotiating from strength, not by making concessions like halting military exercises.
Pacific NATO
- Moulton suggests creating a Pacific version of NATO to contain China and North Korea.
- He believes this can unite allies and modernize our approach to national security.