The Political Scene | The New Yorker We Have Some Questions for Isaac Chotiner About 2024
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Dec 18, 2024 Isaac Chotiner, a key contributor to The New Yorker’s Q. & A. segment, shares insights on the tumultuous events shaping 2024. He delves into the complexities of Biden's foreign policy during the Gaza conflict and the implications of his controversial legacy. Chotiner also reflects on the chaotic dynamics of Trump’s re-election bid, the internal divides within the Democratic Party, and how these elements will influence Biden’s historical judgment. Plus, he reveals his hopes for future interview topics beyond Trump.
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Chotiner's Focus on Gaza
- Isaac Chotiner aimed to understand the Biden administration's Gaza policy through interviews.
- He explored the humanitarian crisis and the administration's unclear objectives.
Biden's Conflicting Goals
- The Biden administration faced conflicting pressures regarding Gaza.
- They wanted a ceasefire but avoided setting conditions on aid to Israel.
Shared Lack of Hope
- Despite diverse viewpoints, experts on the Middle East conflict share a commonality.
- A lack of hope in their preferred solutions, whether one-state or two-state.