Max Fisher

Max Fisher, a Times international reporter and columnist, dives into the controversial executive order targeting anti-Semitism. He discusses fears among Jewish Americans that the order may exacerbate prejudice rather than alleviate it. The conversation highlights the complex interplay between free speech and activism on college campuses. Fisher probes the historical context of Jewish identity within the nuances of U.S. policies regarding Israel, reflecting on the significant debates over advocacy, identity, and rising anti-Semitic violence.

Max Fisher, co-author of the Interpreter column at the New York Times, dives into the surge of global protests spurred by grievances like a WhatsApp tax and rising transit fares. He examines Lebanon's unrest, revealing how systemic corruption fuels citizen discontent. Fisher also discusses the Chilean protests, highlighting the disconnect between economic growth and social equity. The conversation explores the effectiveness of protests worldwide, noting the challenges faced as expectations rise and trust in political systems wanes.