This chapter examines the interplay between social movements and the Democratic Party, focusing on challenges faced by marginalized communities like Arab and Muslim groups. It raises questions about the party's political calculations, particularly in prioritizing the pro-Israel community over other marginalized groups, shedding light on the complexities within left-liberal coalitions and their impact on US-Israel relations. The discussion delves into the implications of US foreign policy decisions, the dynamics of maintaining influence in conflict regions, and the contradictions within US imperial strategy regarding Israel.
Featuring Dylan Saba and Waleed Shahid on how Israel’s genocide in Gaza and the mass solidarity movement opposing it are transforming US politics. This anti-imperialist internationalist moment marks a profound turning point for the American left.
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