Topics discussed include pro-Hamas mobs in DC and NY, France's snap elections, recent Supreme Court decisions, and Walter's experiences on the front lines in Ukraine. Insights on NGO involvement in protests, France's political turmoil, and Ukrainians' resolve against Russian aggression are covered. Also, a travel tip on exploring Rome with children is shared.
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Progressive movement in America is facing radicalization towards revolutionary violence, reflecting on past movements like the SDS turning into the Weatherman.
France's Conservative Party breaking taboos by considering an alliance with the far right, causing turmoil within the party and shaping the political landscape in France.
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Radicalization in the Progressive Movement in America
The podcast discusses the radical strain within the progressive movement in America, likening it to past movements like the SDS morphing into the Weatherman. This radicalization involves embracing ideas of revolutionary violence and a misunderstanding of American society. The speaker reflects on the potential decline of this movement, indicating a shift away from radical ideals towards political normality.
France's Conservative Party and Alliance with Far Right
The podcast covers the head of France's Conservative Party calling for an alliance with the far right in upcoming elections, breaking a longstanding taboo. The potential alliance with Marine Le Pen's national rally has caused turmoil within the party. Polls showing outcomes of the French legislative election are discussed, highlighting the current political landscape in France.
Supreme Court Decisions on Abortion Pill and Starbucks
The Supreme Court's decisions on maintaining access to an abortion pill and ruling in favor of Starbucks are detailed in the podcast. The court's unanimous decision on the abortion pill case and the majority opinion favoring Starbucks are highlighted. The speaker comments on the court's handling of these cases, emphasizing the legal basis of the decisions and the broader political implications for the court's legitimacy.
This week, Walter and Jeremy discuss pro-Hamas mobs in DC and New York, France’s snap elections, Thursday’s Supreme court decisions, and what Walter saw and heard on the front lines in Ukraine.
Each week on What Really Matters, Walter Russell Mead and Jeremy Stern help you understand the news, decide what matters and what doesn’t, and enjoy following the story of America and the world more than you do now. For more, check out tabletmag.com/what-really-matters. You can read Walter Russell Mead’s Tablet column here, and check out more from Tablet here.