Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content #413 - “More From Sam”: Trump & Israel, Corruption, Free Speech Violations, the Democrats, & Ezra Klein
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May 6, 2025 
Joining Sam is Jaron Lowenstein, his manager and business partner, who dives into pressing current events. They discuss the safety of U.S. Jews during Trump's presidency, raising alarms about free speech and due process. The duo critiques Trump's foreign policy and corruption scandals, probing how family interests sway international relations. They also explore the shifting dynamics of wokeness in the Democratic Party and the importance of political authenticity, particularly in the campaigns of figures like Pete Buttigieg and Gavin Newsom.
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Trump's Unreliable Israel Support
- Trump is unreliable and self-absorbed in his support for Israel, influenced by personal slights.
- His interactions embolden dangerous right-wing antisemitism, worsening Jewish safety in the U.S.
Trump's Free Speech Violations
- Trump harms free speech and due process by targeting student immigrants for peaceful expression.
- Government overreach in deportations and university funding damages democracy and public trust.
Trump Business Corruption
- Trump exploits U.S. foreign policy to advance family business deals, causing conflict of interest and corruption.
- This behavior is widely visible yet unchecked by law or political opposition.