The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg Eschaton Now
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Aug 8, 2024 
Walter Russell Mead, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, engages in a rich discussion about the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He emphasizes the need for peace efforts to prioritize Palestinian governance and economic viability. The conversation shifts to the evolving nature of nationalism and its implications for American identity. Mead also reflects on how ideologies like liberalism and Marxism mirror Abrahamic faiths, exploring their roles as modern religions and their impact on today's geopolitical fears and societal beliefs.
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Land for Peace Fallacy
- The land-for-peace formula is flawed because there's not enough land to satisfy Palestinian demands, thus insufficient peace for Israel.
- Territorial arrangements are secondary to the fundamental issue of Palestinian dissatisfaction.
Palestinian Movement's Focus
- The Palestinian movement is built on resistance and rejection of Zionism, not state-building like Zionism.
- This dynamic makes territorial compromise less appealing for Palestinians, hindering peace negotiations.
Focus on Long-Term Solutions
- The US should focus on creating a long-term plan addressing Palestinian needs, not just territorial lines.
- This approach offers a more attractive path forward and empowers compromise-oriented Palestinians.