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Lex Fridman Cast

03/25/25

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Trump's governing philosophy reflects a desire for more power, akin to leaders in countries like Russia and China, which he openly admires.

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Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson: Politics, Trump, AOC, Elon & DOGE | Lex Fridman Podcast #462

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Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson: Politics, Trump, AOC, Elon & DOGE | Lex Fridman Podcast #462

03/25/25

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Lex Fridman Cast

03/25/25

@ Lex Fridman

Trump's desire for control is a consistent theme in his politics, using tariffs as leverage in foreign policy, especially given America's economic power.

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Lex Fridman Cast

03/25/25

@ Lex Fridman

The approach of centralizing power under Trump is evident in how he interacts with Congress, using financial threats to maintain control over Republican representatives.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/24/25

@ Lex Fridman

Xi Jinping's leadership is characterized by a desire for predictability, which contrasts with Donald Trump's unpredictable nature, creating tension in their relationship.

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Marc Andreessen

11/27/24

@ PowerfulJRE

The economic approach of the Trump Administration focuses on less regulation, more reliance on US energy, and boosting productivity through American manufacturing.

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Lex Fridman Cast

03/25/25

@ Lex Fridman

Trump uses tariffs as a form of executive control, which he can implement unilaterally, unlike trade deals that require negotiation and ratification with Congress.

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Jeffrey Wasserstrom

04/24/25

@ Lex Fridman

Xi Jinping's leadership reflects a blend of Mao's legacy, focusing on one-party rule while also celebrating traditional Confucian values.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/24/25

@ Lex Fridman

Xi Jinping's leadership style is characterized by a desire for order and control, often suppressing differences and variations in Chinese identity, particularly in regions like Hong Kong and Inner Mongolia.

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Narendra Modi

03/16/25

@ Lex Fridman

I have observed that President Trump seems far more prepared in his second run, with a clear roadmap toward his goals.

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Marc Andreessen

12/15/24

@ Chris Williamson

The current political climate in the U.S. resembles the transformative changes seen during FDR's presidency, with a significant influx of talent from the private sector into government roles.