Pod Save America Hamas Makes War, Republicans Play Politics
Oct 10, 2023
Adam Kinzinger, a former Republican Congressman from Illinois and a vocal critic of Donald Trump, joins to analyze the chaotic landscape of U.S. politics amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. He dissects the GOP's attempts to blame President Biden for the violence and explores the internal strife as the party races to elect a new Speaker. Kinzinger also touches on the implications of third-party candidates like RFK Jr. on the election and emphasizes the need for political courage in these turbulent times.
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Reporter's Family in Safe Room
- Tommy Vietor recounts the story of Amir Tibon, a Haaretz reporter, and his family's experience during the Hamas attack.
- They sheltered in their safe room for eight hours before being rescued by Amir's father.
Netanyahu's Failed Promise
- Bibi Netanyahu's right-wing government promised security through force and repression, but the Hamas attack demonstrates this approach's failure.
- Lasting security requires a different approach.
Republican's false claim about Biden
- Republicans falsely claim that the Biden administration's $6 billion hostage release deal with Iran funded the Hamas attack.
- This money remains unspent and couldn't have financed the attack.