

216. Israel's Genocide w/ Prof Jeffrey Sachs
10 snips Apr 9, 2024
Prof Jeffrey Sachs from Columbia University discusses Israel's genocide in Gaza, religious extremism in Israeli politics, and US foreign policy. The podcast dives into quotes from Israeli leaders, biblical interpretations justifying violence, the Israeli lobby's influence on American politics, and the need to re-evaluate US support for Israel amid ongoing conflicts.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Genocide in Gaza: A Disturbing Reality
03:54 • 7min
Biblical Primitivism and Religious Extremism in Israeli Perspectives
10:56 • 24min
Announcement of Economics Course, Publishing House Launch, and Discussion on Israel's Dynamics
34:47 • 4min
The Israeli Lobby's Influence on American Politics
38:44 • 11min
Reckoning with Disagreement: RFK Jr. and the Test of Genocide Recognition
50:02 • 8min
Political Landscape and Ukraine Crisis
57:45 • 7min
Discussion on American politicians, war casualties, Bitcoin, and governance
01:04:30 • 3min