

Jewish Man Killed in California, and Key Election Races to Watch, with John Podhoretz, Christine Rosen, Andy Ngo, and Chris Stirewalt | Ep. 664
Nov 7, 2023
John Podhoretz, editor of Commentary magazine, discusses the alarming rise in anti-Semitic violence, highlighted by the tragic death of a Jewish man in California. Christine Rosen joins to talk about the profound societal impacts and reactions from the Jewish community. Andy Ngo shares his firsthand observations of anti-Israel protests in the U.K., drawing links to past political movements. Chris Stirewalt analyzes key political races in Virginia, Mississippi, and Kentucky, providing insights into the implications for the 2024 elections.
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Firing Squad Joke
- John Podhoretz told a joke about two Jewish men facing a firing squad.
- One asks for a blindfold, the other replies, "Don't make trouble," highlighting historical Jewish powerlessness.
Anti-Semitism and Violence
- Acts of violence against Jewish institutions and people aim to kill, especially children.
- Anti-Zionism is a form of anti-Semitism.
Media Bias in Reporting
- Media coverage of Paul Kessler's death uses passive language, avoiding direct blame on pro-Palestinian protesters.
- This contrasts with coverage of incidents involving perceived allies of the media.