Honestly with Bari Weiss Tulsi Gabbard, Kanye West, and Mar-a-Gaza
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Feb 11, 2025 
Join Batya Ungar-Sargon, Newsweek opinion editor known for her keen political insights, and Brianna Wu, a political fundraising powerhouse, as they tackle the heated controversies surrounding Tulsi Gabbard and her contentious past. They discuss Trump’s audacious Gaza proposal and Netanyahu’s U.S. visit, analyzing geopolitical tensions alongside cultural shifts. The conversation also sheds light on rising anti-Semitism and the implications of foreign aid cuts, all while addressing how political discourse shapes public sentiment in today's polarized landscape.
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Kanye West's Antisemitism
- Kanye West's antisemitic tweets and website led to his suspension from X.
- He tweeted things like "Jews were better as slaves" and sells swastika t-shirts.
Rising Antisemitism
- Brianna Wu points out a concerning rise in antisemitism, particularly among young people.
- She emphasizes the importance of speaking out against it.
Antisemitism and Popularity
- Batya Ungar-Sargon argues that Kanye's antisemitic remarks will hurt his popularity.
- She highlights the distinction between criticizing Israel and promoting domestic antisemitism.