Jeffrey Sachs Warns: As India Rises, the US May Try to Weaken It — Lessons from a Pattern of Power Politics
In a revealing discussion, economist Jeffrey Sachs warns that India’s rise might provoke US strategic resistance. The blog examines Sachs's view, India’s progress, and the risks of falling into global power traps. Introduction: Why This Statement Matters American economist and global thinker Jeffrey Sachs, known for his bold critiques of Western foreign policy, shared a cautionary insight during a recent interview with Tucker Carlson. He claimed that if India becomes truly successful, the US will want to weaken India, not out of enmity, but because of a longstanding geopolitical instinct to neutralize emerging powers. This statement isn’t just a provocative line. It highlights how global superpowers often react to growing rivals. Understanding the US Deep State Perspective Sachs referred to the US deep state—a term describing permanent institutions like intelligence, military, and diplomatic agencies. He argues these bodies often sabotage nations that become strong enough to c...