The Fifth Column #426 - w/ Matt Duss - Notes from the Other Side
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Oct 20, 2023 Matt Duss, expert on Middle East politics and American foreign policy, joins the hosts to discuss the media war and information overload surrounding the recent hospital bombing in Gaza. They explore the origins of Hamas, criticize the Republican Party, and question Biden's handling of the Middle East conflict. They also express frustration with biased media coverage and emphasize the importance of skepticism towards government accounts.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Hamas: Origins and Criticisms
05:30 • 13min
America's Role in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
18:05 • 7min
Joe Biden's Stance on Military Intervention and Middle East Policy
25:11 • 24min
Discussion on Terrorism, OPEC Meetings, and Perspectives
48:49 • 2min
Middle East Conflict and Criticism of the Republican Party
50:38 • 2min
Skepticism of Government Accounts and Media Coverage
52:20 • 22min