The Future of American Hegemony
Project Syndicate • 2/13/2026
Summary
Political elites across the ideological spectrum agree that US President Donald Trump’s attacks on democratic institutions mark a historical turning point. Despite the chaos of his second presidency, the foundations of America’s economic hegemony remain largely intact.
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