The Thinking Muslim

Has Israel Lost the Narrative? | Dr. Yasir Qadhi

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Sep 26, 2025
Dr. Yasir Qadhi, a prominent American Muslim scholar and imam, dives deep into the ongoing crisis in Gaza and its impact on US foreign policy. He discusses how US support for Israel shapes the narrative and its implications for American Muslims. Yasir explores shifting public opinion towards Palestine and the strategic resources Muslims have to effect change. The conversation tackles the risks and benefits of ideological coalitions and the importance of maintaining Islamic principles in advocacy efforts.
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INSIGHT

America's Central Role In Gaza

  • Yasir Qadhi argues US policy is central to Israel's capacity, supplying weapons, tech, and frequent UN vetoes.
  • He concludes without US support Israel couldn't sustain its actions in Gaza.
ADVICE

Stay To Build Influence

  • Qadhi advises Muslims weigh pros and cons of staying in the US and consider potential to effect change locally.
  • He urges staying now because public sympathy for Palestine is growing and can influence policy.
INSIGHT

Gaza Opened New Public Conversations

  • Qadhi highlights how Gaza shifted public discourse, allowing previously taboo questions (e.g., 9/11 anomalies) to be aired by unexpected voices.
  • He sees this as opening space for truth-seeking beyond partisan boundaries.
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