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Jamaal Bowman on What He Learned in Congress
26 Jan 2025
Jamaal Bowman, a former Congressman, reflects on the consequences he faced after supporting Palestinian rights, which led to intense opposition from AIPAC an...
26 Jan 2025
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Jamaal Bowman on What He Learned in Congress
23 Jan 2025
Jamaal Bowman, a former U.S. Congressman, discusses his experiences and challenges in office, especially regarding his support for Palestinian rights, which ...
23 Jan 2025
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Muhammad Shehada
21 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart engages in a conversation with Muhammad Shehada, a distinguished political analyst from Gaza, exploring the recent ceasefire agreement and the ...
21 Jan 2025
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For a Moment, Joy
20 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart reflects on the release of three Israeli hostages, Romi, Emily, and Doron, and urges fellow Jews to briefly set aside criticisms of Israel to c...
20 Jan 2025
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Jamil Dakwar on Free Speech and Authoritarianism
19 Jan 2025
Jamil Dakwar, director of the ACLU's Human Rights Program, discusses issues related to free speech, particularly concerning pro-Palestinian activism in the U...
19 Jan 2025
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Mairav Zonszein on the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Deal
16 Jan 2025
Mairav Zonszein, Senior Analyst for the International Crisis Group, provides insights into the recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. In a discussion with Peter...
16 Jan 2025
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Jamil Dakwar on Free Speech and Authoritarianism
16 Jan 2025
Jamil Dakwar, director of the ACLU's Human Rights Program, will discuss the challenges to free speech posed by the Trump administration's efforts to curb pro...
16 Jan 2025
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Gideon Levy on Being Hated
14 Jan 2025
Gideon Levy, a prominent Israeli journalist known for his provocative columns in Haaretz, discusses his evolution from younger days immersed in societal norm...
14 Jan 2025
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Jake Sullivan’s Mental Prison (A Sequel)
13 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart critically assesses outgoing National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's interview at the 92nd Street Y, highlighting Sullivan's language as Orwe...
13 Jan 2025
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Rachel Shabi and the Truth about Antisemitism
13 Jan 2025
Rachel Shabi, an Israeli-born British journalist, has recently published a new book titled "Off-White: The Truth about Antisemitism" and wrote a related colu...
13 Jan 2025
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The Truth About Antisemitism [Corrected Date]
9 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart announces a Zoom event featuring Israeli-born journalist Rachel Shabi, author of the recent book "Off-White: The Truth about Antisemitism." The...
9 Jan 2025
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The Truth About Antisemitism
9 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart announces an upcoming discussion on the complexities of antisemitism, featuring Rachel Shabi, an Israeli-born British journalist. Shabi, who ha...
9 Jan 2025
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Mikhael Manekin, Sermons from the Abyss
8 Jan 2025
Mikhael Manekin, a notable Israeli religious thinker, has authored a compelling book titled "Sermons from the Abyss," currently published only in Hebrew. The...
8 Jan 2025
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Correction
6 Jan 2025
In this brief entry, Peter Beinart directs readers to his publication, The Beinart Notebook, which offers insights and commentary on contemporary issues. He ...
6 Jan 2025
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Antony Blinken’s Mental Prison
6 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart critiques U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent interview with the New York Times, focusing on Blinken's perspective on the Gaza conf...
6 Jan 2025
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Grazia Careccia of Amnesty International
5 Jan 2025
Peter Beinart interviews Grazia Careccia, the Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Amnesty International, regarding their recent ...
5 Jan 2025
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Grazia Careccia of Amnesty International
3 Jan 2025
Grazia Careccia, the Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa at Amnesty International and the head of its Israel-Palestine team, will b...
3 Jan 2025
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Can We Be Jimmy Carter?
30 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart explores how Jimmy Carter's stance on civil and Palestinian rights, shaped by his upbringing in the racially segregated South, serves as a comp...
30 Dec 2024
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Suing the US over Israel
27 Dec 2024
Sarah Leah Whitson, Executive Director of DAWN, has initiated a lawsuit against the US State Department, accusing it of not applying US human rights laws to ...
27 Dec 2024
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American Jewish Fragility
23 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart's article critiques the American Jewish community's response to discussions about Israel's actions in Gaza, particularly accusations of genocid...
23 Dec 2024
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Daybreak in Gaza
22 Dec 2024
The anthology 'Daybreak in Gaza' is a collection of nearly a hundred stories showcasing the everyday lives and culture of Palestinians in Gaza, both prior to...
22 Dec 2024
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Daybreak in Gaza
19 Dec 2024
"Daybreak in Gaza" features a discussion with editors Mahmoud Muna, Matthew Teller, and Juliette Touma, detailing their anthology which captures nearly a hun...
19 Dec 2024
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December Ask Me Anything
18 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart offers his insights in a December "Ask Me Anything" session, expressing gratitude to his premium members and providing a brief, accessible segm...
18 Dec 2024
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December “Ask Me Anything”
18 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart announces a subscriber-exclusive "Ask Me Anything" session scheduled for December 18, providing an interactive platform for discussion. This ev...
18 Dec 2024
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Syria and the Future of the Middle East with Iyad El-Baghdadi
16 Dec 2024
In a discussion with Peter Beinart, Palestinian-Norwegian writer Iyad El-Baghdadi provides insightful analysis on the potential impacts of the Assad regime's...
16 Dec 2024
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Why Israel’s Supporters Get So Mad When Critics Call Gaza a “Genocide”
16 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart discusses the emotional backlash from Israeli supporters when the term "genocide" is used to describe Israel's actions in Gaza. Highlighting Am...
16 Dec 2024
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Alia Malek on Syria's Future
9 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart engages in a conversation with Alia Malek, a Syrian-American journalist and author of "The Home That Was Our Country: A Memoir of Syria", about...
9 Dec 2024
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Syrians Deserve Freedom. So Do Palestinians.
9 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart reflects on the necessity of freedom for both Syrians and Palestinians, arguing that while the removal of Assad is celebrated, genuine freedom ...
9 Dec 2024
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Muzaffar Chishti on Mass Deportation
8 Dec 2024
Muzaffar Chishti, a Senior Fellow at the Migration Policy Institute, discusses with Peter Beinart the implications of Donald Trump's proposed mass deportatio...
8 Dec 2024
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Muzaffar Chishti on Mass Deportation
5 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart will host a Zoom conversation with Muzaffar Chishti, Senior Fellow at the Migration Policy Institute, to discuss the potential impact of Donald...
5 Dec 2024
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American Fear
2 Dec 2024
Peter Beinart reflects on the climate of fear in America, especially among influential figures hesitant to publicly critique former President Donald Trump. H...
2 Dec 2024
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Omer Bartov on Genocide and the ICC
1 Dec 2024
Holocaust scholar Omer Bartov, originally from Israel and currently teaching at Brown University, has critically reflected on the situation in Gaza. Observin...
1 Dec 2024
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Omer Bartov on Genocide and the ICC
28 Nov 2024
Renowned Holocaust scholar Omer Bartov, who hails from Israel and teaches at Brown University, engages in a critical discussion with Peter Beinart about the ...
28 Nov 2024
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Why the International Criminal Court’s Warrant for Netanyahu Matters
25 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart examines the International Criminal Court's (ICC) issuance of warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others, discussing the...
25 Nov 2024
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Adam Serwer on American Cruelty
24 Nov 2024
Renowned journalist Adam Serwer, known for his poignant essay "The Cruelty is the Point" during the first Trump presidency, discusses with Peter Beinart how ...
24 Nov 2024
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Adam Serwer on American Cruelty
21 Nov 2024
Adam Serwer, an influential writer for The Atlantic, known for his essay "The Cruelty is the Point" during the Trump presidency, will join Peter Beinart for ...
21 Nov 2024
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Brutalizing the Stranger
18 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart reflects on Jewish teachings from Parshat Vayera, connecting them to contemporary issues of immigration and xenophobia in the U.S. He draws par...
18 Nov 2024
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Rebecca Traister on Trump’s Victory and the Gender Divide
15 Nov 2024
Rebecca Traister, in a conversation with Peter Beinart, reflects on the enduring gender divide in American politics following Hillary Clinton's defeat in the...
15 Nov 2024
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Zoom Call Today
15 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart hosts a weekly Zoom call for his paid subscribers, providing a platform for insightful discussions on contemporary issues. This week's guest is...
15 Nov 2024
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November "Ask Me Anything"
13 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart opens up his monthly "Ask Me Anything" session, usually exclusive to Premium members, to a wider audience in light of significant current event...
13 Nov 2024
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October AMA
12 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart expresses appreciation to his audience for their continued support and hints at upcoming content with a mention that the November Ask Me Anythi...
12 Nov 2024
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Correct AMA link
12 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart provides a corrected link for an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session, indicating a previous issue with accessing the event. This logistical update ai...
12 Nov 2024
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Tomorrow's "Ask Me Anything"
11 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart announces an upcoming "Ask Me Anything" session scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, at 11 am ET. This event aims to engage a wider audience, as...
11 Nov 2024
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Don’t Confuse Popularity with Truth
11 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart engages with complex themes surrounding truth, political strategy, and morality, drawing from historical and contemporary examples. He critique...
11 Nov 2024
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Jason Stanley on American Fascism
8 Nov 2024
Yale Philosophy Professor Jason Stanley discusses the implications of Donald Trump's political victory for liberal democracy in the United States in a conver...
8 Nov 2024
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Jason Stanley on American Fascism
7 Nov 2024
Philosophy scholar Jason Stanley, known for his expertise on fascism, will discuss the implications of Donald Trump's political strategies on American democr...
7 Nov 2024
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Two More Reasons to Vote for Kamala Harris
4 Nov 2024
Peter Beinart explores arguments for voting for Kamala Harris despite her perceived shortcomings regarding Palestinian rights. He highlights perspectives tha...
4 Nov 2024
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Ruwa Romman and Rania Batrice
1 Nov 2024
Ruwa Romman, a Democratic State Representative from Georgia, reflects on the challenges and implications of a Trump presidency as the election cycle conclude...
1 Nov 2024
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The Woman Who Couldn’t Speak at the Democratic Convention Speaks about The Election
31 Oct 2024
Ruwa Romman, a Democratic State Representative from Georgia and a Palestinian-American, reflects on the challenges of supporting Kamala Harris's campaign ami...
31 Oct 2024
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Rania Batrice on the Election
30 Oct 2024
Palestinian-American political strategist Rania Batrice will be joining a Zoom call to discuss her insights on the upcoming election, informed by her experie...
30 Oct 2024