Tariq Kenney-Shawa

Tariq Kenney-Shawa, an AJ+ producer and US policy fellow at Al-Shabaka, dives into the controversial Project Esther, a conservative initiative aimed at stifling pro-Palestinian activism in the U.S. He discusses the alarming legal strategies that link this activism to organized crime, highlighting the chilling effects on free speech, especially on college campuses. Tariq also unpacks the alliances behind Project Esther and its broader implications on U.S. policy, emphasizing the need for intersectionality in social justice to combat these trends.

Tariq Kenney-Shawa, Al-Shabaka’s US policy fellow, discusses Israel's disinformation tactics in the ongoing genocide, including dehumanizing narratives and targeting healthcare facilities. The podcast explores the adaptability of Zionist discourse, the role of social media in shaping narratives, and the need for media literacy to counter state-sponsored disinformation in Gaza.

Tariq Kenney-Shawa discusses the potential ceasefire in Rafah post-Israeli airstrikes. The episode explores Gaza's rebuilding process and the challenges faced. It also touches on US red lines, Biden's response, and contrasting perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.