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216. Israel's Genocide w/ Prof Jeffrey Sachs

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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  • Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza is characterized by religious extremism and political dynamics.
  • US foreign policy towards Ukraine has escalated tensions by rejecting diplomatic solutions and peace efforts.

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Neutrality and Peace in Ukraine

The podcast episode discusses the importance of Ukraine remaining neutral to avoid conflict and highlights how the US policy towards Ukraine, pushing for NATO enlargement, has escalated tensions. The speaker emphasizes the missed opportunities for peace in Ukraine, citing the rejection of exit ramps and refusal to accept Ukrainian neutrality as contributing to the ongoing war.

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