America's Ability to Absorb Exogenous Political Shocks

The transcript discusses the tradeoffs between personal and professional life, historical economic and political shifts, the impact of globalization on power dynamics, the resurgence of mercantilism, and the re-emergence of state power. It highlights how the world has changed from a unipolar to a multipolar system, with power more decentralized and the U.S. facing challenges in maintaining its influence.

In what ways is mercantilism re-emerging in today's political climate?

What examples are given to illustrate the re-emergence of state power?