Quite right! Bondi attack: understanding Islamism & the causes of anti-Semitism
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Dec 17, 2025 Michael Gove and Madeline Grant delve into the tragedy of the Bondi Beach massacre, exploring the unsettling normalization of anti-Semitic violence. They dissect the roots of Islamist ideology and critique the left's moral relativism in the Israel debate. The discussion also highlights modern adaptations of Jane Austen's works, questioning their fidelity to her original themes. Finally, they explore the elements that make a compelling whodunit, from fair clues to unforgettable detective characters, showcasing the enduring appeal of mysteries.
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Root Causes Explain Repeated Anti-Semitism
- Anti-Semitic violence has become unsurprising due to repeated failures to analyse its ideological roots.
- Michael Gove argues understanding Islamism's intellectual history is essential to countering attacks on Jewish communities.
Heroic Muslim Bystander At Bondi Beach
- Ahmed al-Ahmed, a Muslim bystander, heroically disarmed the Bondi attacker and saved lives.
- Gove highlights this to show not all Muslims subscribe to Islamist ideology.
Security Talk Masks Ideological Failings
- Public debate often focuses on security and diversions like gun laws instead of ideological analysis.
- Gove warns this prevents proper policies to confront Islamism and other totalitarian ideologies.