Vice President Kamala Harris discusses the alarming implications of Donald Trump’s rhetoric about using the military against dissenters. She warns of the risks a second Trump term could pose to democracy. Meanwhile, Rachel and Jon Polin share their heart-wrenching story of their son, Hersh, an Israeli-American hostage murdered by Hamas, emphasizing their fight for justice amidst deep personal loss and grieving. This episode captures the intense political climate and its human impact as the election approaches.

Rachel Goldberg and Jon Polin discuss seeing proof of life of their son Hersh Goldberg-Polin for the first time after he was severely wounded and taken hostage by Hamas. They talk about Hersh's video, his severe injury, decision to approve media release, reactions to US campus protests, and the possibility of Israeli elections amidst the crisis.