Many American Jews supported President Biden in the election, but concerns have arisen surrounding the administration's approach to Israel's defense.

The text discusses the author's experience during reserve duty on the Lebanese border, reflecting on missed opportunities for strategic foresight and decisive victories against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

The author criticizes international observers, both friendly and unfriendly to Israel, for offering unsolicited military advice during conflicts.

In this episode, the hosts discuss several topics.

In a recent discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron talk about the rise of the ultra-Orthodox in Israel's new government and its implications for other groups.

The text discusses the evolving international perception of Israel post-1967, attributing the shift to various factors such as the revolutionary left's support for Palestinian causes, the Arab oil embargo, the academic influence of Edward Said redefining Zionism negatively, and Likud government policies contributing to Israel's declining global image.

The article reflects on Ariel Sharon's life and leadership, highlighting his journey from being a divisive figure to a unifying force in Israel.