

Prof. Jeffrey Sachs: US Christian Zionists Attack Free Speech.
33 snips May 19, 2025
Jeffrey Sachs, a Columbia University professor and director at the Center for Sustainable Development, brings his expertise to a passionate discussion on U.S.-Israeli relations. He examines the pressure on Netanyahu amid global backlash and critiques the ethical implications of U.S. support for Israel during humanitarian crises. Sachs tackles the fine line between criticism of Israel and anti-Semitism, unpacking complexities in free speech. He also reflects on historical lessons of war and diplomacy, connecting them to contemporary conflicts like Ukraine.
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U.S. Supports Israeli Genocide
- Israel is committing genocide and ethnic cleansing in Gaza, widely condemned globally.
- The United States continues to support Israel, enabling this mass violence to persist.
U.S. Veto Blocks Palestine Statehood
- U.S. vetoes Palestinian statehood despite global support, enabling Israeli oppression.
- Stopping U.S. support for Israel's military would end the mass suffering in Gaza.
Presidential Call Can End Crisis
- The U.S. President should end aid to Israel and demand a stop to the starvation and bombing in Gaza.
- A simple call from the U.S. can immediately halt this humanitarian crisis.