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The Madman Theory
320 pages, 2020
From praising tyrants to alienating abettors, Trump has made chaos his calling card. Has his strategy caused more problems than it answered? Richard Nixon tried it first. Hoping to make communist bloc countries uneasy and therefore unstable, Nixon let them suppose he was just crazy enough to extinguish them. He called this“ the madcap proposition.
” Nearly half a century latterly, President Trump has employed his own “madcap proposition, ” occasionally designedly and occasionally not. Trump praises Kim Jong-un and their“ love notes,” admires and flatters Vladimir Putin, and gives a green light to Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to foray Syria.
Meanwhile, he attacks US institutions and officers, ignores his own counsel, and turns his reverse on US abettors from Canada and Mexico to NATO to Ukraine to the Kurds at war with ISIS. Trump is willing to make the nation’s most sensitive and consequential opinions while frequently ignoring the stylish information and intelligence available to him. He continually catches the world off guard, but is it working?
In The Madman Theory, Jim Sciutto explores the concept of the 'Madman Theory', a foreign policy strategy that involves appearing unpredictable and irrational to keep opponents on their toes. It's a fascinating look into a unique approach to international relations.
Sciutto provides a deep dive into President Trump's foreign policy, which he argues is based on the Madman Theory. If you're interested in politics, this book will give you a new perspective on Trump's approach to international relations.
The Madman Theory doesn't just explore the theory itself, but also its impact on global relations. Sciutto examines how Trump's unpredictable behavior has affected America's relationships with other countries. It's a must-read if you want to understand the current global political climate.
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in the White House? The Madman Theory gives you a glimpse into the inner workings of one of the world's most powerful institutions. Sciutto's research and insights make this book a captivating read.
Is the Madman Theory an effective strategy? Sciutto tackles this question head-on in his book. He presents a balanced view, highlighting both the successes and failures of this approach. Check out The Madman Theory if you're curious about the real-world implications of this controversial strategy.
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