Meghan McCain joins the podcast to discuss the ongoing information war surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict. They highlight the irony behind calls for a ceasefire and the impact of pressure on senators. The discussion also includes concerns about anti-Semitism in the Democratic Party and the support for Israel and Hamas on TikTok. They touch on the ongoing conflict, media portrayal, and the need for sanctions. The chapter concludes with a discussion on Joe Biden's path to nomination and potential challenges ahead.
Democratic politicians face pressure to suggest a different approach for Israel's fight against Hamas to appease their base.
Progressive voices in Congress, particularly the Squad, and their use of platforms like TikTok, can shape the opinions of young Americans on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
The Biden administration's lack of focus on the recent outbreaks of anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment on college campuses and in the streets is a cause for concern.
Deep dives
Democrats' Disapproval of Israel
A recent Quinnipiac poll shows that Democrats disapprove of Israel's response to Hamas's attacks by 49 to 33. This disapproval sets the stage for Democrats to try and appease their base by suggesting a different approach for Israel. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy made a statement calling for Israel to change course in its fight against Hamas, stating that while they don't have to stop fighting, they must do it differently to avoid killing too many Gaza civilians. These statements come as the Biden administration is attempting a series of humanitarian pauses, but the situation is escalating with Democratic staffers quitting and protests against the lack of a ceasefire resolution.
The Influence of the Squad and Young Voters
The rise of the Squad, a group of progressive Democrats, and their presence in Congress has given them the ability to put pressure on politicians. In this situation, they are pushing for a ceasefire resolution and leveraging Jewish anti-Zionist groups to create a sense of urgency. With the use of social media platforms like TikTok, they are able to shape the opinions of young Americans, who spend a significant amount of time on these platforms and rely on them for news and information. The growing influence of these progressive voices and the focus on the Israel-Palestine conflict is a concern for the Democratic Party, as it can impact support from swing voters.
The Fear of Anti-Semitism and Campus Radicalism
The recent outbreaks of anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment on college campuses and in the streets are causing concern among many Americans. There is a worry that this radicalism and anti-Israel sentiment could spread and result in terror attacks in the US. The Biden administration's lack of focus on the southern border and failure to address these issues is seen as a cause for alarm. The fear is that if anything were to happen in the US related to terrorism or anti-Semitism, it would have devastating consequences and undermine confidence in the administration's ability to protect the country.
Biden's Weakness and the Need for Israel to Win
Joe Biden's weakness and lack of strong leadership in the face of multiple crises, including the conflict in Israel and Ukraine, is a growing concern. He is facing criticism for his stance on Israel, with people questioning his commitment to supporting a key ally in the region. Biden's refusal to break from his Iran policy and his hesitation to take decisive action in support of Israel and Ukraine is seen as a missed opportunity to demonstrate strength and leadership. The need for Israel to win becomes even more important as it could potentially benefit Biden politically by showing that he is willing to stand up for American interests and support key allies.
The Political Consequences for Biden
The current state of affairs, including the conflict in Israel, rising inflation, and the threat of terrorism, has the potential to significantly impact Joe Biden's chances for re-election. If Biden fails to effectively address these issues and assert strong leadership, he risks humiliation and becoming a second Jimmy Carter. The perceived weakness and mishandling of the crises could lead to a loss of support from suburban swing voters and further harm his chances for a successful re-election campaign. The importance of Israel winning the war in Gaza and Biden successfully navigating these challenges cannot be overstated.
Meghan McCain joins the podcast to help buck up our spirits about how ordinary Americans really feel about Israel and Hamas as opposed to the elites on campuses who are siding with evil. And we discuss, yet again, the politically suicidal nature of Joe Biden's courtship of the forces who want to keep Israel from winning the war. Give a listen.
