Alison Kaplan-Summer

Alison Kaplan-Summer, a Haaretz correspondent, and Rabbi Noah Farkas, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater LA, dive into the seismic protests in Israel against far-right judicial reforms. They discuss how these reforms are perceived as a threat to democracy, leading to unprecedented civil unrest. The conversation also highlights the implications for American Jews, who are increasingly concerned about the divide between Israeli politics and diaspora perspectives, and the challenge of maintaining unity amid these tensions.

This discussion features Jonathan Femby, a journalist with insights on US-China trade tensions, focusing on rare earth policies and their geopolitical implications. Alison Kaplan-Sommer reports from Tel Aviv, detailing the celebratory atmosphere surrounding Trump’s visit and the recent release of Israeli hostages amid complex negotiations in Gaza. Zoe Grunwald covers the political landscape in France and the UK, highlighting Macron's cabinet reshuffle and rising far-right influence. Meanwhile, Natalia Sobravia Perea examines Peru's political instability and Blaise Eong reports on youth turnout in Cameroon's elections.

Alison Kaplan-Summer, a journalist for Haaretz, and Miriam Hirslaug from the Times of Israel, delve into the emotional and social aftermath of recent tragedies in Israel. They discuss how the community rallies together in times of grief, drawing parallels to historical crises. The conversation touches on personal narratives during chaotic moments, the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the role of journalism in documenting trauma. Together, they highlight resilience and the power of compassion amid ongoing conflict.