Scott Horton

Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute and a veteran antiwar voice, dives deep into the pitfalls of U.S. military interventionism. He critiques the military-industrial complex and highlights the historical implications of U.S. foreign policy decisions, like support for authoritarian regimes. Horton discusses the vital role of whistleblowers in promoting transparency, and reflects on the costs of war, arguing for the power of education and awareness in shaping antiwar sentiments.

Scott Horton, editorial director at Antiwar.com and founder of the Scott Horton Academy, dives into the shifting tides of U.S. foreign policy, highlighting the decline of the Israel-first stance. He discusses how Israel's actions in Gaza fueled public disillusionment and fractured evangelical and conservative support. Horton connects media changes, like Tucker Carlson's influence, to a younger audience reconsidering Israel. They critique pro-Israel rhetoric's backlash, discuss the impact of the Israel lobby on U.S. sovereignty, and explore the significance of truthful narratives to shift public opinion.

Scott Horton, Libertarian Institute director and critic of intervention, and Kat Abu-Ghazaleh, Illinois congressional candidate and foreign policy commentator. They spar over risks of war with Iran, media pro-war narratives, NATO and regional blowback. Kat outlines humane foreign policy, conditional aid for Ukraine and Taiwan, and public diplomacy as an alternative to intervention.

Scott Horton, an editorial director at Antiwar.com and host of the Scott Horton Show, dives deep into U.S. foreign policy and the history of the Israel-Palestine conflict. He discusses critical moments like the USS Liberty incident, the impact of misaligned alliances during the Cold War, and the complexities of terrorism in America. Horton emphasizes the importance of education in decoding today’s information overload while exploring how narratives shape geopolitical perceptions and the moral responsibilities surrounding warfare.

Scott Horton, libertarian journalist and foreign policy expert, lays out why U.S. and Israeli interests diverge. He traces the relationship’s origins and Israel’s expansionist aims. He contrasts American strategic goals with Israeli regional ambitions. He examines lobbying, evangelical influence, Iran policy, and the real costs and feasibility of military options.

Brandan Buck, Cato research fellow on military and generational politics; Jon Hoffman, foreign-policy analyst focused on U.S.-Middle East relations; Scott Horton, longtime noninterventionist commentator. They dissect recent U.S./Israeli strikes on Iran. Short-term rationales, who benefits, plausibility of a decapitation strike, risks of escalation, political dynamics and why regime-change plans face limits.

Dave Smith, a comedian and libertarian voice, teams up with Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute, to tackle controversial U.S. military actions, including a striking debate over drug trafficking strikes. They delve into the complexities of foreign intervention, particularly in Venezuela, questioning the narratives that often drive these policies. The discussion also highlights a growing skepticism toward military engagement among conservatives and the implications for U.S.-Israel relations as public opinion begins to shift.

John Bolton, former US national security advisor known for hawkish views; Scott Horton, journalist critical of US intervention; Jonathan Sacerdoti, Middle East commentator; Col. Bob Stewart, ex-Tory MP and army colonel. They spar over Iran policy, whether Israel benefits, risks of ground invasion, sanctions versus force, nuclear ambiguity, and moral questions about civilian harm and accountability.

Scott Horton, libertarian foreign-policy commentator and antiwar author, gives a concise historical tour of U.S.–Iran relations from 1953 onward. He covers the Shah, the 1979 revolution, U.S. ties to Saddam, media narratives about Iranian culpability, nuclear program realities, militia dynamics after Soleimani, and missed chances to de-escalate.

Scott Horton, author, journalist, and antiwar activist who teaches foreign-policy history, discusses U.S. interventionism and the costs of endless war. He outlines the Horton Academy and outreach to mainstream audiences. They dig into shifting public opinion, propaganda and regime-change fantasies. They highlight state-level efforts like Defend the Guard to constrain undeclared wars.