Judging Freedom Ray McGovern : Deep State vs Tulsi Gabbard.
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Sep 22, 2025 
Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst and co-founder of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity, delves into the tensions between the intelligence community and Tulsi Gabbard's controversial disclosures on Russiagate. He highlights the significance of her courage in challenging security clearances and the media's backlash. Additionally, McGovern discusses the geopolitical ramifications of Israel's actions regarding Palestine, as well as the responses of global powers like Russia and China towards U.S. policies, emphasizing the need for accountability within intelligence institutions.
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Recognition Needs Concrete Action
- Recognition of a Palestinian state must be judged by follow-through votes and actions, not rhetoric alone.
- Ray McGovern urges watching for concrete UN moves like a 'unite for peace' resolution or peacekeepers.
Deterring Extremist Escalation
- Ray McGovern warns Netanyahu might use extreme measures if he feels cornered, including nuclear options.
- He urges U.S. policymakers to deter any Israeli attack on Iran by making support conditional and clear.
'Rules-Based Order' Is Largely Political
- "Rules-based order" is portrayed as a political construct rather than a clear legal framework.
- McGovern praises Russia and China for still valuing formal international institutions more than the West does.
