Applebaum: US Foreign Policy Undergoing 'Revolutionary' Shift Away From Democratic Leadership
Historian and author Anne Applebaum tells France 24 that America's retreat from its role as leader of the democratic world reflects a lasting transformation, not a single administration's policy.
Anne Applebaum, a staff writer at The Atlantic and author of "Autocracy, Inc.," said the United States is undergoing a fundamental transformation in how it exercises global power, according to an interview broadcast on France 24's Spotlight program hosted by François Picard.
Applebaum said the shift transcends any single presidential administration and marks a move away from Washington's traditional role as leader of a democratic alliance. She characterized the emerging approach as more transactional, blending ideology, private economic interests, personal relationships and geopolitical leverage in ways she likened to mafia-style politics, according to the program.
The discussion, part of France 24's coverage of shifting global alliances, also touched on broader geopolitical realignments, including references to Canada's posture toward the European Union as well as relations involving India and China, according to the program description.
Applebaum is known for her writing on authoritarianism and democratic backsliding. Her book "Autocracy, Inc." examines how authoritarian regimes cooperate across borders. France 24 did not provide additional details on specific policy actions cited in the discussion.
The France 24 segment aired as part of its Spotlight program, which regularly features analysis of international affairs with guest commentators.
Sources
- 'Revolutionary change in US foreign policy: MAGA does not see itself as leader of democratic world' — France 24 — English
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