What Explains Trump’s Aggression Toward Venezuela? Who Knows.
The Atlantic • 12/10/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The Atlantic explores the complexities behind former President Trump's aggressive stance toward Venezuela, suggesting that understanding his foreign policy may require insights akin to analyzing child behavior. The article implies that the motivations behind such actions are not easily discernible.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
36 days
12
Velocity (0-40)
3 sources (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
The Atlantic
5
Breadth (0-15)
3 unique
Total Score58/100
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