

The Deep State’s Dead End (DCC83)
May 25, 2025
Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired U.S. Army colonel and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, dives into the intricate ties between organized crime and American politics, revealing how figures like Meyer Lansky shaped Las Vegas. He critiques the humanitarian fallout in Gaza amidst political manipulations, while reflecting on the moral decay in modern warfare. Wilkerson also discusses Trump's foreign policy quirks, NATO's role in global corruption, and emphasizes the power of individual activism in influencing Congress. It's a thought-provoking exploration of power dynamics and civic responsibility.
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Netanyahu's Destructive Objective
- Netanyahu aims for the total destruction of Gaza and to drive Palestinians out of their land.
- Lawrence Wilkerson says this plan relies on starving and annihilating infrastructure, not sustainable governance.
Global Opinion Is Shifting
- Public opinion toward Israel is shifting as people object to mass civilian killing and starvation.
- Wilkerson links moral outrage to a growing global rejection of policies that target civilians.
Weaponizing Identity To Silence Critics
- Anti-Semitism is being weaponized to silence criticism of Israel's actions.
- Wilkerson compares this tactic to historical uses of religion and modern geopolitical messaging.