DC Dedicates Jamal Khashoggi Way in Front of Saudi Embassy

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    The Spin

    Establishment-critical narrative

    Meeting with bin Salman dishonors Khashoggi, ironically just as this street will be named to honor him. Biden is breaking the promises he made after Khashoggi's death in an attempt to reduce the price of oil, and he's empowering despots around the globe at the same time.

    Pro-establishment narrative

    Shutting out the crown prince is not the answer. By engaging with the Saudis, Biden can reaffirm the transactional relationship – by which the Saudis get US protection in exchange for a steady, cheap flow of oil – but also negotiate changes on human rights and other issues. As long as Biden remains skeptical of the kingdom, he could hammer out a deal that earns bipartisan support back at home and honors Khashoggi's memory.


    Establishment split

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