Human rights trailblazer Aryeh Neier on Israel’s genocide accusation, Bill Maher on the left and right in America, Doris Kearns Goodwin revisits the 1960s
May 27, 2024
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Human rights trailblazer Aryeh Neier discusses Israel's genocide accusation. Comedian Bill Maher talks about democracy and communication between men and women. Doris Kearns Goodwin shares leadership lessons for President Biden. Topics include ICC arrest warrants, Israeli-Saudi relations, Gaza conflict, and political polarization in America.
ICC requested arrest warrants for Israeli leaders for alleged crimes against humanity, sparks international reactions.
Bill Maher discusses societal challenges including increased political radicalism, communication breakdown, and men's ability to communicate with women.
Deep dives
The ICC Requests Arrest Warrants for Israeli Leaders
The International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Defense Minister for crimes against humanity. With strong reactions internationally, the court's decisions may impact the ongoing war in Gaza and investigations into alleged abuses during the conflict.
Human Rights Watch Founder on Israel and Genocide Accusations
Aria Nair, a Jewish American and founder of Human Rights Watch, has drawn attention to Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to accusations of attempting genocide. His shift in stance was influenced by Israel's obstructed humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza, affecting vulnerable populations like children, causing concern about possible genocide implications.
Bill Maher on Political Divisions and Lost Communication Skills
Bill Maher discusses the increased political radicalism and communication breakdown in society, with both left and right sides becoming more extreme. He highlights societal challenges, including the erosion of communication skills, especially among young men in dating scenarios, potentially leading to frustrations and radicalization.
Doris Kearns Goodwin on Lessons from History and Joe Biden's Leadership Style
Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin reflects on past presidential leadership styles, advising Joe Biden to adopt a more conversational approach similar to FDR's fireside chats. She emphasizes the importance of Biden making people feel he is fighting for change, connecting emotionally with the public, and addressing ongoing societal battles for rights and reforms.
The ICC requests arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and his defense minister. Fareed speaks to Aryeh Neier, a founder of Human Rights Watch and a Jewish American who fled Nazi Germany in 1939, who has studied the situation closely and come to some tough conclusions. Next, Bill Maher talks to Fareed about the state of democracy, the left and right, and whether men have lost the ability to communicate with women. Lessons in leadership for President Biden from the master storyteller Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Guests: Aryeh Neier, Bill Maher(@billmaher), Doris Kearns Goodwin (@DorisKGoodwin)