The conversation explores the current situation in Israel and Palestine, focusing on the goals and actions of the Israeli government, the role of the US, and the potential consequences of the conflict. It discusses the unwinnable battle Israel is fighting in trying to eliminate Hamas and the need for a way out to avoid looking like their actions were in vain. The conversation also touches on the economic and global implications of the conflict, the delegitimization of leaders as a distraction tactic, and the rise of extreme fascism in Israel. It emphasizes the importance of education and counter-education in the anti-imperialist fight.

Key Takeaways:

• Israel is fighting an unwinnable battle in trying to eliminate Hamas and needs a way out to avoid looking like their actions were in vain.
• The conflict between Israel and Palestine has economic and global implications, and the US is concerned about protecting its assets and maintaining its superpower status.
• Delegitimizing leaders is a distraction tactic used to shift the focus away from the systemic issues and maintain control.
• The rise of extreme fascism in Israel is a concerning development, particularly among the younger generation.
• The anti-imperialist fight is a long one that requires continuous education, counter-education, and re-education.

Chapters:

1. Introduction and Background
2. Religion as a Unifying Factor
3. Iran's Response to the Embassy Strike
4. Economic and Global Implications of the Conflict
5. Delegitimizing Leaders as a Distraction Tactic
6. The Long Fight: Anti-Imperialism and Continuous Education

Resources:

• REFERENCED BOOK: The Trinity of Fundamentals
• Washington Post: Why Iran attacked Israel

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Multiple UN Bodies Pass Motions Against Israel to No Avail

After rulings by the ICJ, and motions passed at the UN Security Council and Human Rights Council, Israel has continued its onslaught of Gaza and its many violations of human rights and international law.

Host Jessa McLean gives updates on the latest rulings and examines the history of the U.N., its failure to prevent other genocides and its true purpose.

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Resources:

• Israel isolated as UN security council demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza | United Nations | The Guardian
• Middle East Eye: UN Human Rights Council Calls for Suspension of Arms Trade
• Canada Still Plans To Buy Israeli Missiles Likely Used To Kill Army Veteran

Liberals Announce Plans for a Renters' Bill of Rights

In an attempt to sway young voters, mostly renters, Trudeau and the Liberals have announced what they are calling a Renters' Bill of Rights. It includes some funding for legal aid, plans to tie rental payment history to credit scores and other measures aimed at the landlord/tenant relationship.

Host Jessa McLean goes through the plans, their viability and flags some of the ways these measures could actually harm tenants and their ability to push back against bad landlords and sky high rents.

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Resources:

• Justin Trudeau's video announcement for Renters
• Financial Post: Trudeau Pledges to Boost Renters' Rights
• CBC: Federal Government Promising a Renters bill of Rights
• 'Secret' RCMP report paints dark picture of Canada's future | CTV News