Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content #416 - “More From Sam”: Biden's Big Lie, Review of Tapper Interview, Trump, & a Case Against Israel's Actions in Gaza
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May 23, 2025 Dive into a riveting discussion on the political landscape, examining Biden's strategies and competency alongside critiques of Trump. The conversation touches on the urgent need for accountability in leadership amid rising political corruption. Ethical dilemmas in journalism are explored, questioning the balance between book deals and timely reporting. Furthermore, they analyze Israel's actions in Gaza, debating moral complexities and the impact of media portrayal on public perception.
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Biden's Cover-up Corrupted Democracy
- Biden's cover-up about his cognitive decline was a major corruption of democracy, distinct from Trump's blatant evils.
- The cover-up hid the true extent of Biden's incapacity, which was deeper than most realized until the debate stage collapse.
Share Political News Immediately
- Journalists should share critical political information immediately rather than holding it for book publication.
- Delaying important news for a book release undermines journalistic integrity and public trust.
Ethnic Differences Shape Israel-Gaza Conflict
- The Israel-Gaza conflict reveals stark cultural differences between Israelis and Palestinians, including support for martyrdom among Palestinians.
- Sam Harris rejects tribalism, emphasizing a conflict between modernity and jihadist extremism rather than ethnic identity.