Making Sense with Sam Harris #413 — “More From Sam”: Trump & Israel, Corruption, Free Speech Violations, the Democrats, & Ezra Klein
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May 6, 2025 Current events take center stage as a discussion unfolds around Trump's influence on American Jewish voters and their safety. The complexities of anti-Semitism and free speech in politics are examined, shedding light on the divided responses within the Jewish community. Corruption allegations linked to Trump's tariff negotiations with Vietnam are scrutinized, while political accountability continues to be a hot topic. Lastly, the moral contradictions surrounding public figures like the Trump family and Hunter Biden evoke profound questions about integrity in today's political arena.
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Trump's Unstable Israel Support
- Trump's support of Israel is unreliable and mixed due to his petty and self-absorbed nature.
- His overtures to right-wing anti-Semites undermine Jewish safety in the U.S., outweighing his embassy moves.
Damage to Universities and Due Process
- Trump harms universities by conflating moral issues with vindictive actions, damaging free speech and scientific research.
- Due process is vital to democracy; Trump's harsh immigration tactics without it accelerate authoritarianism.
Corruption in Foreign Policy
- Trump corruptly uses U.S. foreign policy for personal gain, such as securing a $1.5 billion deal in Vietnam to offset tariffs.
- The scale of his corruption overwhelms traditional political checks and calls for new laws to prevent recurrence.