Fareed Zakaria GPS

Campus protests and the debate on the limits of free speech; Former Israeli ambassador Michael Oren on Israel’s looming ground operation in Rafah; Former Trump aide Matt Pottinger on US-China relation and more

Apr 29, 2024

Former Israeli ambassador Michael Oren and former Trump aide Matt Pottinger discuss campus protests, free speech limits, Israel's ground operation in Rafah, US-China relations, and Mexican border violence. The episode delves into the complexities of free speech on college campuses amidst threats of violence and the implications of phrases like 'from the river to the sea.'

41:03

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Michael Oren

Matt Pottinger

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College protests highlight free speech limits and US role in conflicts.

US-China relations debate advocates for more confrontational approach towards China.

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The Changing Dynamics of College Campuses

The podcast explores the evolving atmosphere on college campuses, reflecting a broader societal shift towards disconnection and polarization. Highlighting a Wall Street Journal article, it discusses how modern college students experience higher levels of loneliness, decreased engagement, and reduced resilience compared to predecessors. The loss of community is linked to heightened distrust, sharper disagreements, and increased anger among students, fostering an environment where protests and disagreements lack the civil discourse seen in the past.

Respect Perception and Consistency

01:26

Avoid Involving Police in Calm Protests

00:28

Introduction

2min

Reflections on the Decline of Community Spirit in College Campuses

2min

The Evolution of Community Interaction in Modern Society

11min

Navigating Free Speech and Double Standards at Universities

14min

Security Control in Palestinian Territories and Critique of US-China Strategy

3min

Confronting China in the Modern Cold War

9min

Today on the show, as college campuses are embroiled in protests against Israel’s war in Gaza, Fareed hosts a spirited debate with New York Times columnist Bret Stephens and Columbia University professor Bruce Robbins. They discuss the limits of free speech and the US’s role in the war.

Then, former Israeli ambassador to the US Michael Oren joins the show to talk to Fareed about the looming ground operation in Rafah, and what Israel’s war with Hamas will look like in the long term.

Next, Matt Pottinger, former deputy national security adviser under President Trump, tells Fareed why he thinks the Biden administration ought to adopt a more confrontational approach to relations with China.

Finally, Fareed talks to Ieva Jusionyte, author of “Exit Wounds,” about the American guns that are crossing into Mexico and their role in perpetuating the cycle of violence on the southern border.

GUESTS: Bruce Robbins (@BruceRobbins6), Bret Stephens, Michael Oren (@DrMichaelOren), Matt Pottinger, Ieva Jusionyte (@ievaju)

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Fareed Zakaria GPS

Campus protests and the debate on the limits of free speech; Former Israeli ambassador Michael Oren on Israel’s looming ground operation in Rafah; Former Trump aide Matt Pottinger on US-China relation and more

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Changing Dynamics of College Campuses

Decline in Social Capital Across America

Challenges at Columbia University

US-China Relations and Strategic Goals

Respect Perception and Consistency

Avoid Involving Police in Calm Protests

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts