At RNC Debate, Nikki Haley Shows She’s the Candidate of Neocons & Corporate Media, Glenn Addresses Viral Interviews & “Pushing Back,” and Interview w/ Jacob Siegel on Israel, US Aid, & More | SYSTEM UPDATE #179
Nov 10, 2023
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Glenn criticizes Nikki Haley's alignment with neo-cons and corporate media in the RNC debate. The difficulty of booking pro-Israel voices is discussed, along with their preference for more meaningful conversations. The impact of videos on Jewish people and the Israel-Gaza war is explored, as well as the US-Israel aid relationship. The importance of pursuing victory in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and understanding non-democratic governments for peace is highlighted. Trump's views on wars and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict are also discussed.
Nikki Haley's pro-war stance and alignment with neo-conservative views drew criticism following her performance at the Republican presidential debate.
The podcast aims to allow guests to express their opinions while addressing the hardest critiques, which has led to criticism for allegedly not pushing back enough on pro-Palestinian views.
US policies have played a significant role in shaping the dynamics of the Middle East, particularly in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting a complex and multi-faceted political landscape.
The viability of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is diminishing due to factors such as failed negotiations, Israeli settlements, changing political ideologies, and lack of commitment from both sides.
The US-Israel aid relationship evolved into a form of imperial clientelism, allowing the US to exercise control over Middle Eastern countries through financial incentives and weapons trade.
Deep dives
Nikki Haley's Performance at the Republican Debate
Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor and U.S. ambassador to the UN, received high praise from the corporate media following her performance at the Republican presidential debate. She emphasized a pro-war stance, advocating for increased support to Israel and Ukraine, and criticized the idea of taking on entitlements in the United States. The media portrayed her as a national security expert and a potential leader who aligns with establishment interests. However, her warmongering and alignment with neo-conservative views drew criticism from some, highlighting her role in serving establishment interests.
Discussion on Conflict Between Israel and Gaza
The podcast covered the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza, with past episodes featuring pro-Palestinian voices and now featuring an Israel supporter. The show acknowledged criticism for allegedly not pushing back enough on pro-Palestinian views. The host explained his philosophy behind interviews, aiming to allow guests to express their opinions while ensuring they address the hardest critiques. The podcast covers the emergence and impact of disinformation, as well as the role of censorship in controlling the flow of information online.
The Role of US Policies in the Region
The podcast discussed how US policies have played a significant role in shaping the dynamics of the Middle East, with specific reference to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The influence of the US, especially in creating a strategic architecture, was highlighted, indicating that US policy is implemented in conjunction with Israeli policies. The host emphasized the complex and multi-faceted nature of the region's politics, influenced by various interests and actors.
Debating the Viability of a Two-State Solution
The podcast explored the challenges surrounding the viability of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. While the two-state solution was once seen as a possible resolution, increasing skepticism has emerged in recent years. The failure of previous negotiations, the expansion of Israeli settlements, changing political ideologies, and lack of commitment from both sides were presented as factors contributing to the diminishing prospects of a two-state solution. However, the podcast did not provide a specific alternative solution for achieving peace in the region.
The History and Modern Aid Relationship Between the US and Israel
The modern aid relationship between the US and Israel originated from America's involvement in the Middle East, particularly with the Israeli peace process. This aid relationship serves as a political instrument and has produced positive outcomes such as the Israeli-Egyptian peace accords. Over time, aid has evolved into a form of imperial clientelism, with the US exercising control over various Middle Eastern countries through financial incentives and incentives. However, it is crucial to understand that the aid provided to Israel is not a blank check, as it consists of credit that must be spent on US weapons. The US also maintains control over Israeli arms and technology exports.
The Impact of US Policies and Middle East Conflicts
US policies in the Middle East, including the Obama and Biden administrations, have perpetuated the framework of client states and clientelism. The Trump administration took a different approach by prioritizing core US interests and returning to a pursuit of client states. However, the renewed US partnership with Iran and the normalization of anti-Semitism have created escalating instability in the region. Achieving peace requires a careful evaluation of what has worked in the past, as seen in the framework established during the Trump administration, while dismantling the bureaucratic systems that perpetuate divisive ideologies.
The Israel-Gaza Conflict and the Pursuit of Victory and Peace
Analyzing the Israel-Gaza conflict requires taking into account operational victory, moral constraints, and the impact on civilian populations. The current war calls for Hamas to be held accountable for intentionally identifying casualties as civilians. While civilian casualties are tragic and efforts should be made to minimize them, war cannot be simplistically assessed by body counts alone. Achieving peace requires a strategic framework, similar to the one established during the Trump administration, that prioritizes operational victory and spares civilian lives. The focus should be on preventing wars, but if war is inevitable, the obligation lies in achieving a victory that restores peace.
The objective of destroying Hamas
The podcast discusses the objective of destroying Hamas and the distinction between defeat and destroy. Defeat refers to depriving the enemy of the will to fight, while destroy involves physically destroying infrastructure and senior Hamas leadership. The speaker argues that a long war to defeat Hamas is not wise and not in the interest of Israel or the Palestinians in Gaza. The current focus seems to be on destroying infrastructure and leadership, such as the tunnel network and rocket caches, to undermine Hamas's ability to conduct war and hold the civilian population hostage.
Impact on perception of Israel
The podcast explores the potential impact of Israeli military actions on the perception of Israel, particularly among young people and in the Arab region. The speaker acknowledges that the images of the conflict can radicalize people, but emphasizes that fighting a war cannot be dictated by the international press, social media, or ideological concerns. The strategic objective should be to achieve a definitive victory by destroying Hamas while limiting civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. The speaker suggests that achieving operational victory and peace may involve addressing the interests and sentiments of neighboring countries, such as Egypt and Jordan, that have a strained relationship with Hamas.
