The Dispatch Podcast The Right-Wing Revolt Against Supporting Israel | Interview: Curt Mills
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Aug 11, 2025 Dive into the shifting landscapes of right-wing views on U.S.-Israel relations. Explore why some conservatives are turning against unconditional support for Israel amid rising tensions with Iran. Discover the complexities of Israeli politics and their military actions toward neighbors. The discussion touches on the legacy of foreign policies like the JCPOA and controversial figures like Steve Bannon and Jeffrey Epstein. Unpack the interplay between history, geopolitics, and public sentiment surrounding long-standing conflicts.
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Right-Wing Focus Fueled By Israeli Influence
- Curt Mills says the right's Israel focus stems from Israel leveraging U.S. ties to draw America into a "forever war".
- He notes other conflicts lack attention because those belligerents do not ask the U.S. for largesse.
Avoid Intervening Without Clear U.S. Interest
- Curt Mills urges avoiding intervention in civil wars absent a clear U.S. national interest.
- He applies this principle to Ukraine, Israel, Iran, and Yemen as a consistent rule.
Netanyahu's Gamble Drew The U.S. In
- Curt Mills says forensic evidence shows Netanyahu gambled and initially pulled the U.S. into the Iran strike.
- He argues the president "wanted a piece of the action" before realizing the risk of a wider war.
