Fareed Zakaria GPS US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on Biden’s foreign policy legacy
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Dec 22, 2024 
Jake Sullivan, the outgoing US National Security Adviser, discusses Biden's foreign policy legacy and the potential for ongoing diplomacy with Iran and China, while advocating for a ceasefire in Ukraine. David Brooks analyzes the polarizing perception of Donald Trump among Americans and his recent article on the detrimental effects of elite college admissions. They explore how these issues reflect broader societal divides and the urgent need for educational reforms that expand definitions of success. Insightful commentary on the current state of US politics and international relations ensues.
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Iran's Nuclear Ambitions
- Iran's weakened state might incentivize them to pursue nuclear weapons, creating a new risk.
- This unexpected consequence requires vigilance and careful American statecraft.
Hypothetical U.S.-Canada War
- Sullivan presents a hypothetical scenario of the U.S. struggling to conquer Canada after three years.
- He compares this to Russia's stalled invasion of Ukraine, highlighting Russia's weakened state.
Pressuring Russia for a Deal
- To achieve a deal with Russia, Trump should maintain military support for Ukraine to exert pressure on Putin.
- Withdrawing support would harm America's long-term interests.
