Explore Richard Wolff and Michael Hudson’s analysis on the state of U.S. politics, revealing the bipartisan silence on global power shifts, economic priorities, and the illusion of choice in upcoming elections. From U.S. foreign policy to the influence of corporate interests, they discuss the challenges America faces in an era of declining empire and rising global alliances.

Both Richard D Wolff & Michael Hudson emphasized that this summit, while not conclusive, sets the stage for potential long-term transformation in international power dynamics, with BRICS working to shape an order that may increasingly diverge from Western influence.

In this interview, economists Michael Hudson and Richard Wolff discuss the U.S.’s influence on Israel and the broader Middle East, arguing that America’s actions undermine the sovereignty of other nations. They assert that the U.S. uses Israel as a tool to maintain control over the region, particularly its oil resources, and prevent countries like Iraq and Libya from achieving true independence. They also highlight the selective use of “sovereignty” in global politics, pointing out that while Palestine is denied recognition, Israel operates with American military and financial backing. Hudson and Wolff further compare Israel’s settler-colonialism to historic land grabs, suggesting parallels with Nazi Germany’s Lebensraum and criticizing Western media for complicity in promoting distorted narratives.

The decline of U.S. global dominance is reshaping international alliances. As U.S. neoliberal policies and military actions continue to alienate nations, countries like China, Russia, and Iran are forming strategic coalitions. Driven by economic self-interest, these nations are pushing back against the U.S. hegemony, creating a new global order. The U.S. has underestimated this retaliation, failing to recognize the shifting power dynamics. This Dialogue Works interview explores how America’s economic and military aggression is leading to a surprising global backlash, with other nations working together to protect their interests and resist U.S. influence.