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The Ezra Klein Show May 5, 2023 1h 35m

Best Of: How the Fed Is ‘Shaking the Entire System’

Summary

The conflict in Ukraine is also a financial war, with the West escalating sanctions against Russia in response to its invasion. This economic warfare, driven by images of Ukrainian resistance and leadership, is leading to potential Russian economic collapse and a dangerous escalation of nuclear threats. Understanding the geopolitical situation requires recognizing the interconnectedness of the war on the ground and the war on Russia's economy.

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