The Pete Quiñones Show 'Against Our Better Judgment' - The Hidden History of How the U.S. Was Used to Create Israel - Parts 1-3
Jun 9, 2025
Dive into the hidden history behind the creation of Israel and America's role in it. Discover how influential figures manipulated U.S. policies to support Zionism, tracing back to the Balfour Declaration. Uncover the tension between pragmatism and political sentiment in historical foreign policy. Delve into the covert strategies that shaped U.S.-Israeli relations and the ethical dilemmas surrounding these actions. This intriguing discussion sheds light on the complex legacies that continue to affect contemporary geopolitics.
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U.S. Opposition to Israel's Creation
- The U.S. experts initially opposed the creation of Israel as it could harm Western interests in the Near East.
- A powerful Israel lobby outmaneuvered these experts, securing support and funding for Israel's formation and expansion.
Zionism's Early Goals in Palestine
- Zionism began as a late 19th-century movement aiming to create a Jewish state anywhere globally.
- Palestine was chosen despite being 93-96% non-Jewish, debunking the narrative of "a land without a people."
Brandeis' Secret Zionist Agenda
- Louis Brandeis covertly promoted Zionism while serving as a Supreme Court Justice.
- He collaborated secretly with Felix Frankfurter to install Zionist supporters in positions of influence.
