

Congress Certifies Election Amid January 6th Hysteria; From New York To Australia: More Free Speech Attacks To Shield Israel
12 snips Jan 7, 2025
The podcast dives into the historical significance of January 6th while critiquing the portrayal of Trump as a fascist threat. It analyzes the congressional certification of Electoral College results amidst political chaos. Key discussions include the media's role in shaping narratives and the troubling trend of silencing dissent around criticisms of Israel. Recent legislative actions targeted at anti-Semitism raise questions about free speech, revealing the complexities of defending expression in a charged political climate.
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January 6th Deaths
- Glenn Greenwald recounts the events of January 6th, 2021.
- He highlights the deaths of four Trump supporters, none from opposing parties.
January 6th Comparisons
- The media and some political figures equated January 6th with atrocities.
- Sonny Hostin, for example, compared it to the Holocaust and slavery.
Trump as Hitler Figure
- Pre-election rhetoric depicted Trump as admiring Hitler and a fascist threat.
- Kamala Harris even labeled Trump a fascist on CNN.