Bad Faith

Ahmad Hudhayfah, the Head of Communications for the Abandon Biden movement, dives into the evolving landscape of political loyalty among leftist voters. He discusses the group's shift in focus post-Biden's withdrawal, the complexities of supporting Kamala Harris, and how the movement aims to prioritize integrity over lesser-evil voting. Hudhayfah also explores the unity among marginalized communities and the critical role of grassroots activism, advocating for a more robust third-party presence to empower disillusioned voters.

Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, a trauma and critical care physician, shares his harrowing experiences volunteering at the Gaza European Hospital. He recounts visceral accounts of civilians suffering unimaginable trauma, including tragic stories of families torn apart. The discussion highlights the devastating impact of high-explosive bombings on innocent lives, especially children, and reveals the overwhelming challenges faced by medical staff in such a dire context. Dr. Sidhwa’s insights provide a unique perspective on the horrors of conflict, setting Gaza apart from other war zones.

Jordan Chariton, a dedicated reporter from Status Coup News, sheds light on the toxic aftermath of the East Palestine train derailment. He discusses residents' growing dissatisfaction with Senator J.D. Vance, who seems to falter in his advocacy amidst political maneuvering. Chariton connects this crisis to the Flint water scandal and critiques media biases that obscure vital stories. Additionally, he hints at themes from his upcoming book about corporate cover-ups, emphasizing the need for accountability and a robust journalistic response to environmental injustices.

Ahmad Hudhayfah, head of communications for the Abandon Biden movement, shares insights on the group's mission to pivot political support amid ongoing humanitarian issues. He discusses the challenges of holding leaders accountable and critiques the shift to Kamala Harris despite her ties to Biden. Hudhayfah highlights the complexities within leftist circles, including the disillusionment of 'coconut-pilled' activists who have strayed from advocating for Palestinian rights. It's a thought-provoking exploration of political loyalty and ethical leadership.

Civil rights attorney Alec Karakatsanis exposes the deceptive nature of police body cameras, revealing they serve surveillance and convicting low-income individuals. He challenges the rehabilitation of Kamala Harris's criminal justice record, questioning if she is truly a cop. The discussion addresses the flaws in police reform bills and the historical roots of US policing tactics, emphasizing the need for political accountability and societal change.

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock this episode and our entire premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Former Seattle City Council member, socialist, & co-founder of Workers Strike Back Kshama Sawant returns to Bad Faith for an important conversation about where the left's focus should be during what is shaping up to be one of the most tumultuous electoral seasons in American history. AOC, Bernie, and almost all progressive electeds threw their support behind Biden even as the general public overwhelmingly lost confidence in him -- and for what? Kshama breaks down AOC's late night IG monologue justifying support for Biden, reviews the evidence for why the Squad's "insider" strategy has proven ineffective, and offers a clear vision for how the left can advance our goals in this unique moment. Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube to access our full video library. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod).   Produced by Armand Aviram.   Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands)

Author Lisa Pease delves into RFK assassination theories, mind control speculations, CIA involvement, and recent attempted assassination on Trump. Discussion on hypnosis, MK-Ultra experiments, and critical thinking. Exploring motives behind preventing Trump's presidency and complexities of conflicts in Ukraine and Israel.

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock this episode and our entire premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast BreakThrough News journalist Rania Khalek returns to Bad Faith to talk Hezbollah and developments that could lead to a broader regional war in the Middle East -- but not before she indulges in some horserace talk. Weeks after Biden’s disastrous debate, why are progressives his strongest defenders, and why isn’t a real ceasefire in Gaza a nonnegotiable for progressive electeds? (Note: that this was recorded just before the Trump assassination attempt.) Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube to access our full video library. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod).   Produced by Armand Aviram.   Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands)

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock our full premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Democratic National Committee member, deputy campaign manager to both of Jesse Jackson's Presidential campaigns, and founder of the Arab American Institute James Zogby returns to Bad Faith to break down the possibilities for an open convention. How much flexibility do delegates have to defect? How might a new candidate be chosen? And what is the likelihood that the DNC -- given the lengths it has gone to marginalize leftists working within the Democratic Party -- would ever choose a candidate that improves on Biden's position on Palestine, for instance? Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod). Produced by Armand Aviram. Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).