05-Domestic Politics, Nuclear Choices, and the Iran Deal

Published: Feb. 13, 2020, 3 p.m.

b'In this episode, we examine when and how domestic politics can influence a state\\u2019s nuclear choices and, in particular, when a country\\u2019s leaders choose to expand nuclear decision-making to those outside of their inner circle. Our policy discussion focuses on the impact of Iranian and American domestic politics on the past, present, and future of the Iran nuclear deal.\\n\\nWho are the main factions and decision makers driving the two countries\\u2019 respective policies? What is the current state of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)? Given looming elections in both countries, what does the future hold for the Iran deal? Listen to find out!'