

Democracy Now! 2025-06-20 Friday
Jun 20, 2025
In this discussion, Chase Strangio, the first openly trans attorney to argue before the Supreme Court, shares insights on a recent ruling affecting trans youth healthcare, revealing its emotional toll on families. Alistair Kitchen recounts his dramatic detention at a U.S. airport due to his pro-Palestine activism, highlighting issues of civil rights. William Hartung critiques U.S. military strategies and foreign policies, emphasizing the complex ethical implications, while the group delves into the intersecting struggles for LGBTQ rights and global humanitarian crises.
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Uncertain Impact of Bunker Buster
- The U.S. Bunker Buster bomb's effectiveness is uncertain due to unknown target depth and possible multiple strikes needed.
- Using it risks escalation as Iran would likely retaliate, worsening the conflict like the Iraq War aftermath.
Dangers of Regime Change
- Attempts at regime change in Iran could result in chaos or a worse regime, not a better outcome.
- Netanyahu seems to heavily influence U.S. Middle East policy, sometimes leading Trump to follow his lead.
Supreme Court Enables Trans Care Bans
- Supreme Court ruled Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care is not sex discrimination despite scientific evidence.
- This enables similar bans in 24 states, displacing judgment of parents and doctors with ideology.