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309: After 7 October: the crisis of civilisation
Oct 11, 2024
Toby Young, founder of the Free Speech Union and a prominent commentator on political issues, joins hosts Tom Slater and Fraser Myers. They dive into the troubling public reactions to the October 7 attacks and the left’s controversial sympathy for Hamas. The discussion critiques moral judgments that hint at anti-Semitic sentiments and reflects on the Tory party's drastic voter decline. The team also tackles the complexities of digital privacy and political surprises, offering a sharp analysis of today's fractured political landscape.
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Quick takeaways
- The muted response from leftist circles to the October 7th attacks highlights a concerning moral failure and overshadows Jewish suffering.
- The legal ruling on calling a man 'bald' as sex discrimination raises questions about the complexities of modern discrimination laws in the workplace.
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Commemoration of October 7th and Its Aftermath
A year after October 7th, which marked a tragedy for the Jewish community, the responses to the event have varied greatly. Many commemorative events have taken place, reflecting on the horror of the day, but there have also been instances where the violence has been downplayed or ignored. The rise in anti-Semitic incidents, particularly in the wake of this date, saw a 100% increase in the UK, illustrating the heightened tensions and aggression towards Jewish communities. This disparity in reaction raises questions about societal attitudes toward Jewish suffering and the ongoing conflict in the region.
