Bad Faith Episode 475 Promo - Conservative Economist Fired Over Palestine (w/ Glenn Loury)
May 19, 2025
Glenn Loury, a Brown University economist recently let go by the Manhattan Institute for his views on Gaza, engages in a thought-provoking conversation. He reflects on his identity as a Black conservative and the relationship between race and the Palestinian struggle. Loury discusses Ta-Nehisi Coates' impactful writings, dissecting their relevance to contemporary issues. He also candidly shares insights about his viral moment with Tucker Carlson and the influence of his left-leaning wife on his evolving perspectives.
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Glenn Loury Podcast Controversy
- Glenn Loury shared how his podcast episode with Israeli historian Omar Bartov about Gaza genocide was dissociated by his funders. - He was naive, not anticipating the controversy or political sensitivity surrounding his criticism of Israel.
Respecting Coates' Nuance and Craft
- Loury was deeply moved by Ta-Nehisi Coates' book "The Message," especially its nuanced humanity toward Palestinians. - He respects Coates' writing craft and intellectual integrity despite previous political disagreements.
Black Identity Informs Palestinian Sympathy
- Loury connects his Black identity and history of liberation to sympathizing with Palestinian struggles. - He acknowledges domination in the West Bank and sees parallels to racial oppression he's familiar with.
