Bad Faith Episode 433 - Assad Aside (w/ Rania Khalek)
Dec 19, 2024
Rania Khalek, journalist and host of "Dispatches" at Breakthrough News, shares her insights on the Syrian conflict's complex history, including the West's controversial rehabilitation of a former al-Qaeda member. She highlights the implications for Israel's ambitions and critiques U.S. foreign policy and support for extremist groups. The discussion shifts to AOC’s political challenges, examining the struggles faced by leftists within the Democratic Party and the potential for building movements outside traditional structures.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Understanding the Roots of Conflict in the Middle East
02:51 • 3min
The Syrian Conflict: A Geopolitical Turmoil
05:59 • 14min
Navigating the Turbulent Political Landscape of Syria
20:01 • 24min
Navigating Complex Narratives in Middle Eastern Conflicts
43:41 • 4min
Inside Politics: AOC and the Democratic Dilemma
47:59 • 5min
Navigating Political Disillusionment and Coalition-Building on the Left
53:22 • 4min