Aslı Bâli

Aslı Bâli, a law professor specializing in international law and human rights, and historian Greg Grandin explore the MAGA model of U.S. imperialism. They dissect Trump's unique blend of resource-driven foreign policy and civilizational nationalism. The conversation delves into the revival of the Monroe Doctrine, the mixed motives behind intervention in Venezuela, and how U.S. aggression may provoke backlash in Latin America. They also connect the dots between foreign coercion, immigration, and domestic policing under Trump.

Aslı Bâli, a law professor specializing in human rights, and Greg Grandin, a historian focusing on U.S. imperialism, dissect the MAGA model of U.S. foreign policy. They explore how Trump's approach mixes resource exploitation with ethno-nationalism. The conversation delves into the implications of U.S. interventions in Venezuela, linking coercion strategies to domestic policing under Trumpism. They also discuss the risks of these tactics backfiring in Latin America and the erosion of liberal internationalism amid rising global multipolarity.

Gabriel Winant, a history professor at the University of Chicago, and Aslı Bâli, a law professor at Yale, engage in a lively discussion about the current political landscape. They dissect the resurgence of authoritarianism and the Democratic establishment’s failures, highlighting the energy from the socialist left. The guests explore the resilience of the millennial left against a chaotic right-wing coalition, the intertwining of race and politics, and the impact of national security on civil liberties. Their insights challenge listeners to rethink political strategies and solidarity movements.

Aslı Bâli, a scholar on left internationalism and neocolonialism, joins Aziz Rana, who examines global solidarity movements. They discuss the historical context of Third Worldism and its impact on contemporary movements, particularly concerning Palestine. The conversation highlights the importance of forming alliances against imperialism, explores the legacies of decolonization, and critiques the limitations of nation-states. They emphasize the need for transformative political action to confront ongoing neocolonial structures and foster genuine equity.

Nicholas Mulder, economic historian of sanctions; Esfandyar Batmanghelidj, policy expert on Gulf economics; and Aslı Bâli, international law scholar. They probe economic warfare around the US‑Israeli conflict with Iran. They trace sanctions historically, analyze choke points like Hormuz, discuss asymmetric tactics, countermeasures such as de‑dollarization, and the geopolitical and humanitarian fallout.

Aslı Bâli, an expert on left-wing internationalism and decolonization, teams up with Aziz Rana, a scholar of contemporary anti-neocolonial struggles. They dive into the history of Third Worldism and its relevance today, particularly in relation to the Palestinian liberation movement. The discussion spans the complexities of forming coalitions against US imperialism, the legacy of anti-colonial efforts during the Cold War, and the evolving nature of activism in response to global injustices. Their insights emphasize the need for solidarity in today’s geopolitical landscape.

Aslı Bâli, an expert on left-wing internationalism and decolonization, joins scholar Aziz Rana to explore the historical context of Third Worldism and its relevance today. They discuss U.S. imperialism's impact on democracy and the importance of solidarity in the Palestinian liberation movement. The conversation delves into the challenges of forming anti-imperialist coalitions and fostering revolutionary activism amid neocolonial pressures. Listeners gain insights into the interconnected struggles for justice that span across global political landscapes.

Nicholas Mulder, an economic historian of sanctions; Esfandyar Batmanghelidj, a West Asia development researcher and professor; and Aslı Bâli, a public international law and human rights scholar. They discuss economic warfare in the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. Short takes cover sanctions' historical role, choke points and hybrid tactics, semiconductor controls, asymmetric strategies, and the geopolitical fallout for global finance and regional integration.

Aslı Bâli, a Yale Law professor specializing in public international law, and Gabriel Winant, a history teacher at the University of Chicago, dive into the unsettling rise of authoritarianism in the U.S. They analyze the Democratic establishment's failures and the energetic resurgence of socialist movements. The discussion touches on racial dynamics, the militarization of foreign policy, and the implications of federal law enforcement post-9/11. The significance of tenant movements and community activism in driving change is also highlighted, painting a picture of a politically charged landscape.

Aslı Bâli, a Professor of Law at Yale and President of the Middle East Studies Association, dives into the pressing issues of academic freedom and geopolitical conflicts impacting scholars advocating for Palestinian rights. She discusses the rise of anti-Palestinian sentiment in the U.S., the repression faced by educators, and the ethical obligation of academics to support human rights. Bâli also explores the implications of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, the challenges of upholding international law, and the alarming suppression of free expression on campuses.