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'WHAT ARE WE DOING?!': See epic anti-Trump, anti-war rant on live TV

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Warm-up Questions

When you hear the title “WHAT ARE WE DOING?!”, what kind of situation do you imagine?
What do you think an “anti-war rant” might sound like on live TV?
What topics do you expect in a video that mentions “anti-Trump”?

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'WHAT ARE WE DOING?!': See epic anti-Trump, anti-war rant on live TV

Dangerous images and why the Strait matters (00:00 – 03:10)

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1. What images does the video mention early on?

A stock exchange closing
A hurricane hitting the coast
A peace treaty being signed
Tankers on fire in the Strait of Hormuz

2. According to the speaker, what important preparation did they NOT do before this situation?

Close all airports
Raise interest rates
Fill the strategic petroleum reserve
Ban fertilizer exports

3. What technology example is used to show why modern war is especially dangerous?

Submarines that can hide for years
Satellites that can predict earthquakes
Tanks that can cross deserts faster
Drones that can explode through any window

'WHAT ARE WE DOING?!': See epic anti-Trump, anti-war rant on live TV

Energy markets, control points, and competence vs. strategy (03:10 – 06:15)

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1. In the clip that is played, what is mentioned as something that could threaten energy markets?

New tariffs on electronics
Mines reportedly being put in the straits
A shortage of solar panels
A bank failure in Europe

2. What does the speaker say happens if you don’t control that body of water?

You cannot control the global energy market
You cannot control social media
You cannot control the global internet
You cannot control the weather

3. Who does the speaker identify as the biggest consumer of oil from Iran?

Germany
Canada
Brazil
China

'WHAT ARE WE DOING?!': See epic anti-Trump, anti-war rant on live TV

Recession risk and the moral/strategic argument against war (06:15 – 09:27)

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1. What does the speaker say about recession risk?

It is very high
It is impossible to measure
It is decreasing quickly
It is only a local issue

2. What reason does the speaker give for higher recession risk?

Oil prices are up 50% in the last month
Tourism stopped completely
Wages doubled suddenly
Taxes were cut too much

3. What is the speaker’s answer to whether it was worth it?

They are unsure and refuse to answer
No, it was not worth it
Yes, because technology makes war safer
Yes, because it protects energy markets

'WHAT ARE WE DOING?!': See epic anti-Trump, anti-war rant on live TV

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1. What is one main argument about the Strait of Hormuz in the video?

It is a key choke point affecting the global energy market
It is a minor route that can be easily replaced
It is mainly important for tourism
It has no connection to food prices

2. Which concern is discussed as a consequence of higher oil prices?

More stable currencies worldwide
Lower grocery prices
Higher recession risk
Less impact on agriculture

3. What broader ethical point does the speaker make about modern warfare?

Only ground battles should be allowed
War is acceptable if it is fast
Modern weapons make war a rational solution
Technology has advanced so far that killing civilians is unacceptable

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

'WHAT ARE WE DOING?!': See epic anti-Trump, anti-war rant on live TV

Why might a “known choke point” have such a big effect on everyday life (like grocery prices)?
The speaker suggests two possibilities: incompetence or a deliberate strategy. Which seems more convincing based on the transcript, and why?
Do you agree with the argument that modern drone technology makes war less tolerable? Explain your opinion.
What should governments prioritize more in crises like this: moral concerns, economic stability, or security? Why?