Is the US empire in the middle of a long decline?

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An economist discusses the ongoing challenges faced by the US in the context of the Iran war, suggesting that the nation is at a crossroads where it cannot assert control yet is unable to disengage from the situation. This commentary reflects broader themes regarding American influence globally.

Iran war has put the US in a situation where ‘it’s not in control but can’t walk away’, argues economist Richard Wolff.