The Commentary Magazine Podcast Why the Delay on Rafah?
Apr 1, 2024
Middle East expert Jonathan Schanzer discusses the Israeli-American standoff in Rafah and drone attacks. Also, talks about the White House declaring Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility. Delve into Israeli-US relations, potential conflict with Hezbollah, internal political turmoil in Israel, military concerns, and political implications.
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Transgender Day of Visibility Controversy
- The White House declared Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility, causing controversy.
- Critics question the choice of date and the message's intent.
St. Patrick's Day Moved
- St. Patrick's Day parade in New York was moved a day earlier.
- This suggests Transgender Day of Visibility could also be moved to avoid conflict with Easter.
Deliberate Provocation?
- Someone in the Biden administration likely deliberately scheduled Transgender Day of Visibility to coincide with Easter.
- This was likely done to provoke a cultural clash, not by Biden himself, but by progressive staffers.