System Update with Glenn Greenwald Netanyahu’s Crude Exploitation of Charlie Kirk’s Death to Get the American Right Back into Line; Plus: Q&A With Glenn on Charlie Kirk's Assassination, Online Civil Discourse, and More
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Sep 13, 2025 The podcast dives into how Netanyahu manipulates the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination to realign the American right. It discusses the internal disputes within conservatism regarding loyalty to Israel. Emotional exploitation in politics is critiqued, alongside the dangers of extreme online rhetoric and its impact on public conversations. Glenn addresses the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI and calls for greater accountability in tech. Emphasizing the need for honest discourse, the episode explores the complexities of discussing controversial topics like Israel.
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Emotions Are Exploitable Political Currency
- Glenn Greenwald argues strong emotions after crises are routinely exploited to push political agendas.
- He warns Charlie Kirk's assassination is being used to push authoritarian policies and manipulate public opinion.
Netanyahu's Media Push Has A Clear Aim
- Greenwald says Benjamin Netanyahu is aggressively using Kirk's death to reclaim the American right for Israel.
- He frames Netanyahu's media appearances as strategic exploitation, not genuine mourning.
Kirk Publicly Warned Against War With Iran
- Glenn reads Charlie Kirk's April 2025 post warning against a war with Iran and criticizing warmongers.
- He uses this to show Kirk publicly questioned pro-Israel hawks before his death.