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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:
Introduction and BackgroundReligion as a Unifying FactorIran's Response to the Embassy StrikeEconomic and Global Implications of the ConflictDelegitimizing Leaders as a Distraction TacticThe Long Fight: Anti-Imperialism and Continuous Education
Resources:
REFERENCED BOOK: The Trinity of FundamentalsWashington 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 GuardianMiddle East Eye: UN Human Rights Council Calls for Suspension of Arms TradeCanada 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 RentersFinancial Post: Trudeau Pledges to Boost Renters' RightsCBC: Federal Government Promising a Renters bill of Rights'Secret' RCMP report paints dark picture of Canada's future | CTV News

Liberals introduce caps and other policy changes related to temporary foreign residents.
In an attempt to further scapegoat immigrants for the 'affordability and housing crisis', federal Liberals in Canada have introduced caps on migrant workers, international students and asylum seekers.
We go over the details of the changes being made and the impact they'll have. We highlight the realities facing 'temporary residents' and the demands advocates have been fighting for, for years. Things like Status for All, an end to deportations and the regularization of undocumented people in Canada.
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Resources:
CBC: PEI Foreign Workers InvestigationMigrant Workers Alliance for ChangeBBC: Canada's First Ever Limits

United States Pledges to Build a Seaport in Gaza.
In his State of the Union Address, President Biden called for a six-week ceasefire and promised to build a seaport to deliver aid to Gaza.
The project will be lead by U.S. troops and a company no-one has heard of until now. Wait until you find out who runs that company and what their aims in the Middle East are.
We also discuss what all of this mean for the Israeli blockade on Gaza and geopolitics in general.
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Resources:
ABC: Biden AnnouncementBiden's Bridge to Gaza (Updated) – Jewish Policy CenterVIDEO: Machinery Entering Gaza (X)Ottawa pauses non-lethal military export permits for IsraelBuried Secrets | The New Yorker

Direct actions work. The past two weeks have seen multiple Palestinian solidarity actions shut down Liberal fundraisers and galas with fascists. They have drawn attention to illegal land sales, Canadian companies arming Israel, and the racist violence of Zionists here in Canada.
Our hosts go over some of these actions, the tactics they used, the responses and the results.
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Resources:
CBC: Trudeau Meloni Event DisruptedReferenced Episode: Courage Needed Advocating for PalestineCBC: Thornhill Real Estate EventsUPDATE: via CBC Aid Funding Restored Independent Jewish Voices Statement on MLA Selina RobinsonWorld Beyond War: Kraken Action StatementReferenced Episode: We Keep Us Safe - Blueprints of Disruption CIA Handbook on Simple Sabotage