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Provoked: How America Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine

by Scott Horton | Mar 4, 2022 | Featured Articles, Foreign Policy, Scott Horton

The following is adapted from a speech Scott gave to the Libertarian Party of Utah on February 26, 2022. Just to get this out of the way first real quick: Whenever someone dares to differ with the common government and TV narrative about Russia and their role in the world, that person is usually instantly condemned as spouting "Russian talking points," or being "paid by Putin." This is probably especially the case this week as Russia is waging an aggressive invasion against their neighbor Ukraine as we speak. But that is still nonsense. Where would a Texan obtain these talking points? Are...

2/26/22 Scott’s Recent Speech on the History Behind the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

by Scott Horton | Mar 2, 2022 | The Scott Horton Show

Scott Horton gave a comprehensive speech on the story behind the Russia-Ukraine crisis to the Libertarian Party of Utah and Mises Caucus in Salt Lake City, Utah. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: The War State and Why The Vietnam War?, by Mike Swanson; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott; EasyShip; Free Range Feeder; Thc Hemp Spot; Green Mill Supercritical; Bug-A-Salt and Listen and Think Audio. Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjYu5tZiG.

2/24/22 Hassan El-Tayyab on the Effort to End the War in Yemen

by Scott Horton | Feb 25, 2022 | The Scott Horton Show

Scott is joined by Hassan El-Tayyab of the Friends Committee on National Legislation to discuss Yemen. Despite the rapidly unfolding situation in Ukraine, Scott and El-Tayyab agree that what’s happening in Yemen is still the worst humanitarian crisis taking place in the world. And the war can only carry on with the continued support of the U.S. Government. El-Tayyab details how some Americans are working to get their government to stop supporting the Saudi’s immoral war of aggression. Discussed on the show: “Lawmakers take action on Biden’s failed Yemen policy” (Responsible Statecraft)...

2/24/22 Greg Palast on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

by Scott Horton | Feb 25, 2022 | The Scott Horton Show

Scott interviews Greg Palast about the situation in Ukraine. They discuss the political, economic and religious context behind Putin's actions. Discussed on the show: Support KPFK Investigative reporter Greg Palast covered Venezuela and oil for BBC Television and The Guardian during Hugo Chavez’s presidency. He is the author of several New York Times bestsellers including The Best Democracy Money Can Buy, now a movie available on Amazon Prime. A documentary of Palast’s work for BBC-TV, The Assassination of Hugo Chavez, is available as a free download at Palast’s site, GregPalast.com. This...

2/24/22 Joe Cirincione: US Actions Don’t Justify Putin’s Attack, But They Set The Stage For it

by Scott Horton | Feb 24, 2022 | Hotter Than the Sun, The Scott Horton Show

Scott is joined by Joe Cirincione to talk about the situation in Ukraine. They start with some background on the U.S. and Russian nuclear arsenals. They discuss the levels of warheads and how its evolved. That brings them to the current crisis, where Cirincione says nuclear weapons are in the mix. They discuss how recent history has led to what’s happening. Finally, Cirincione explains the technology of nuclear defense systems and how it plays into our current situation. They end on a slightly positive note with the good news coming out of JCPOA negotiations with Iran. Discussed on the...

2/21/22 Ramzy Baroud on the Not-So-Secret Massacres of Palestinian Villages

by Scott Horton | Feb 24, 2022 | The Scott Horton Show

Scott interviews Ramzy Baroud about an article he wrote recently on the shifting awareness of Israeli massacres against Palestinian villages. Scott and Baroud discuss what happened during the killings and what factors may be leading to such a shift in awareness and public opinion. Discussed on the show: “From Tantura to Naqab: Israel’s Long Hidden Truths Are Finally Revealed” (Antiwar.com) Ramzy Baroud is a US-Arab journalist and is the editor-in-chief of the Palestine Chronicle. He is the author of My Father Was A Freedom Fighter: The Untold Story of Gaza and The Last Earth: A Palestinian...

2/18/22 Anne Williamson on How the US Sabotaged Russia’s Economy after the Fall of the Soviet Union

by Scott Horton | Feb 22, 2022 | The Scott Horton Show

Scott interviews former reporter Anne Williamson about the flawed privatization of Russia after the fall of the USSR. While privatization had mixed success across the former Soviet Bloc, Russia ran into problems immediately with a poor definition of property rights. Williamson explains how this was not a mistake but was designed by American economists and businessmen who wanted to hold Russia down while enriching themselves. Williamson connects the dots to show how those policies led, in part, to the rise of Putin and the tension between the West and Russia today. Discussed on the show:...

2/21/22 Lyle J. Goldstein on Today’s Developments Concerning Russia and Ukraine

by Scott Horton | Feb 21, 2022 | The Scott Horton Show

Scott is joined by Lyle Goldstein of Defense Priorities to discuss today’s developments as Russian officials appear to be ramping up their rhetoric in regards to exacting control over Ukraine. Goldstein is convinced conflict will soon break out, the only question is how large. Discussed on the show: “What Germany Sees in Ukraine” (Real Clear World) Lyle J. Goldstein is the Director of Asia Engagement at Defense Priorities. He is the author of Meeting China Halfway: How to Defuse the Emerging US-China Rivalry. Follow his work at The National Interest. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is...

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Provoked: How America Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine

2/26/22 Scott’s Recent Speech on the History Behind the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

2/24/22 Hassan El-Tayyab on the Effort to End the War in Yemen

2/24/22 Greg Palast on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

2/24/22 Joe Cirincione: US Actions Don’t Justify Putin’s Attack, But They Set The Stage For it

2/21/22 Ramzy Baroud on the Not-So-Secret Massacres of Palestinian Villages

2/18/22 Anne Williamson on How the US Sabotaged Russia’s Economy after the Fall of the Soviet Union

2/21/22 Lyle J. Goldstein on Today’s Developments Concerning Russia and Ukraine

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