Unholy: Two Jews on the News The fallout of the Israeli attack on Doha and the killing of Charlie Kirk - with special guest Jonathan Freedland
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Sep 11, 2025 The chilling aftermath of an Israeli airstrike on Qatar and the assassination of Charlie Kirk raises concerns about political violence in the U.S. The discussion unpacks the complexities of these events and their impact on global diplomacy. A special guest shares insights from a gripping new book on German resistance during the Nazi regime, highlighting courage amidst betrayal. A light-hearted segment also tackles cultural differences in media narratives and an entertaining pronunciation debate around Scarlett Johansson's name.
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Assassination Feels Like A National Watershed
- The Charlie Kirk assassination heightened fears of political violence and felt like a watershed moment in the U.S..
- Polarization made simple grief immediately turn into partisan claims about motive.
Tribal Framing Intensifies Political Violence
- Political violence in the U.S. has increased across the spectrum and gets framed immediately by tribal narratives.
- Even neutral mourning is difficult because identification with political sides dominates responses.
Address Gun Access To Reduce Political Violence
- Recognize gun availability as a key factor amplifying political violence and debate gun laws accordingly.
- Compare U.S. permissive access against stricter regimes like Israel and the UK when shaping policy choices.
