Dave Smith: “Israel’s Goals Predict U.S. Wars Better Than Trump’s Instincts” | Impact Theory W. Tom Bilyeu

The conversation centers on the influence of the Jewish lobby on US foreign policy, particularly concerning Donald Trump's actions in the Middle East. The guest, Dave Smith, argues that the goals of the Israeli government and lobby have been the best predictor of US foreign policy outcomes for the last 30 years, pointing to the neoconservatives and their relationship with the military-industrial complex as evidence. Tom Bilyeu counters that economics and Trump's desire to "grow" the US out of its economic problems are more significant drivers, citing Trump's approach to Venezuela and Iran as examples. Smith acknowledges other factors at play, such as the US's relationship with Saudi Arabia and the advantage the Mossad has due to the Jewish diaspora. Both speakers agree on the importance of sound economics and the dangers of racialism.