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Haviv Rettig Gur on the Gaza War, American Jews, Hopes for Peace, and more (with Coleman Hughes).

The Comedy Cellar: Live from the Table

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** The interesting wavering case of Egypt and their corruption**

A deep-rooted lack of curiosity pervades Egyptian society, affecting students, professors, and elites alike, indicating a broader trend of moral uniformity at the expense of genuine knowledge and inquiry. This apathy extends to critical political situations, such as the actions of Hamas and the dynamics surrounding the Gaza conflict. Egyptian officials have demonstrated a willingness to overlook humanitarian crises when their financial interests are threatened, particularly concerning smuggling operations that benefit them. Their reaction to the Gaza situation reflects a self-serving perspective, where the notion of genocide gained traction only after it posed a financial risk to corrupt officials. Additionally, their decision to restrict aid by shutting down the Rafah border crossing illustrates a punitive stance against Palestinians, viewed as a means to leverage pressure on the Israeli side, further complicating the humanitarian landscape.

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