TRIGGERnometry EMERGENCY EPISODE: Bari Weiss On Israel/Palestine
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Oct 18, 2023 
Bari Weiss, an influential journalist and editor, discusses the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict, focusing on recent escalations and the role of Hamas. She critiques the current political landscape, examining the implications of foreign policy and the viability of a two-state solution. The dialogue highlights troubling societal reactions, the moral dilemmas surrounding civilian casualties, and the impact of extremist ideologies. Weiss calls for increased awareness and accountability, urging a paradigm shift necessary for fostering peace.
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Hamas's Goal
- Hamas's attacks aren't about liberating Palestine, but annihilating the Jewish people.
- Their barbaric acts reveal their true intentions.
Gaza Pullout
- The 2005 Gaza pullout demonstrates the failure of "land for peace."
- Despite Israel's withdrawal, peace never came, only escalating violence.
Israel's Internal Conflict
- Israel's internal divisions and heated debate over judicial reforms weakened the country.
- This internal strife may have signaled vulnerability to enemies like Hamas.