This chapter explores the evolving dynamics of landlord-tenant relationships, particularly focusing on the tensions that arise from rent control and market fluctuations. It examines the historical context of land ownership and exploitation, highlighting the moral dilemmas faced by landlords and the struggles of marginalized communities. Additionally, the narrative reflects on the socio-political implications of Arab nationalism, labor movements, and the challenges of identity and power during a tumultuous period in Palestinian history.
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What was supposed to be an informal QnA about the “Israel/Palestine ABCs” episode, turned into a What is Politics “live” brainstorm session à la Matt Christman “grillstream,” where I discuss my arguments and readings on who and what started the Israel/Palestine conflict which will appear in more detail (and coherence) in the next scripted episode. At 5hrs long, I didn’t even get to the QnAs yet … oops!
0:00 intro: ‘why is everything so stupid and shitty?’ / the “alignment problem” of our society
12:46 the social function of academia and universities from pre-WWII to today
31:17 freedom of speech is to protect the weak
41:06 recent activism victories regarding the assault on gaza (Canada and USA)
49:10 why i’m doing “brainstorm” episodes in between scripted episodes
1:10:00 Israel Palestine disinformation in news and history
1:20:40 why the assault on gaza is pure sadistic revenge and does the opposite of its purported goal of protecting israelis
1:31:38 war and violence
1:36:00 what israel could have done in response to oct. 7
1:45:50 who started the israel/palestine conflict?
