America’s response to the September 11 attacks was driven by rage, not reason, and that spirit of fury has helped destabilise the world over the past two decades. But now’s America’s anger is finally turning back on itself, and it could bring the West down with it, writes political analyst Mike Bedenbaugh

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America’s scathing attacks on NATO this month has left European leaders fearing the collapse of the defence alliance. But it may have outlived its purpose already, writes political analyst Mike Bedenbaugh

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On paper, President Trump stands for conservatism. In practice, he seemingly does what he likes. But that’s only been made possible because political language has lost its meaning, allowing personality to become the centre of power in a confused nation.

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• By DAMIAN DOMINGUEZ ddominguez@indexjournal.com
• Jan 23, 2024 Updated Jan 24, 2024

Mike Bedenbaugh, of Prosperity, is running a campaign to highlight deep, structural problems he sees in America’s political system. A passionate fan of George Washington’s parting speech when his presidential term ended, Bedenbaugh said factionalism is a poison that has rotted the country’s institutions.

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