Behind the Bastards

It Could Happen Here Weekly 194

Aug 9, 2025
Guest
Ushra Khalidi
Guest
Dana El Kurd
Dana El Kurd, an expert in Palestinian and Arab politics, and Ushra Khalidi, a seasoned advocate for humanitarian efforts, dive into the pressing humanitarian crises in Gaza. They discuss the complex challenges facing aid distribution amidst political roadblocks, revealing how organizations like Oxfam are adapting. The conversation also critiques the militaristic approach to aid and examines the troubling rise of military contractors profiting from these crises. Their insights highlight the urgent need for awareness and action in response to these dire situations.
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INSIGHT

Militarism As A Pre-War System

  • Militarism organizes society around preparation for war and the maintenance of ever-more-modern war material.
  • Andrew Sage warns this system channels resources to conquest and redirects social priorities toward violence.
ADVICE

Don't Make Protests The Default

  • Don't default to protests as the primary tactic because they now serve as a pressure valve and are easily suppressed.
  • Andrew Sage urges building alternatives and targeted disruption instead of relying on street demonstrations alone.
ADVICE

Use Labor Power To Disrupt War

  • To effectively oppose war, shift focus to labor because workers control production and can disrupt the system.
  • Andrew Sage recommends leveraging labor power instead of relying solely on street protests.
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