[GUEST] Comic Dave Smith : The Battle for the Right : Israel or America First?

The battle for America's political soul is happening right now, and Dave Smith offers a front-row perspective on the seismic shifts occurring within conservative politics. This wide-ranging conversation dives deep into the contradictions emerging as the "America First" movement confronts its relationship with interventionist foreign policy.

When Trump federalizes DC police and deploys National Guard troops to Washington streets, is this an authoritarian power grab or necessary law enforcement? Dave Smith examines this action through a libertarian lens, pointing out the troubling pattern of federal power expansion that has characterized American political history regardless of which party holds office. The timing raises questions - why now, when crime statistics don't indicate a crisis, rather than during the more volatile summer of 2020?

Perhaps most fascinating is Smith's analysis of the growing divide between "America First" and "Israel First" philosophies on the political right. While establishment figures like Lindsay Graham and Mike Johnson continue their unwavering support for Israel through religious justifications, Smith argues the debate has already been decided among younger audiences. The rise of independent media voices across platforms has created space for critical conversations previously impossible in traditional media environments.

The conversation takes surprising turns when examining clips where political commentators make arguments based on biblical prophecy rather than geopolitical considerations. Smith's incredulous response highlights the strange disconnect between modern political discourse and ancient religious texts being used to justify contemporary military actions.

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Is the US Done Sending Weapons to Ukraine?

The devastating realities of ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine take center stage as Netanyahu's true intentions come into sharp focus. Through detailed analysis of the Israeli Prime Minister's recent statements, we uncover the calculated strategy behind his "voluntary migration" narrative – a plan that traps Palestinians in increasingly uninhabitable conditions while simultaneously preventing their escape through militarized buffer zones and border controls.

Netanyahu's decision to abandon phased hostage releases in favor of impossible demands reveals a leadership more committed to continued military operations than bringing Israeli captives home safely. This pattern of setting unacceptable conditions while projecting a facade of diplomatic engagement has become his signature approach to maintaining political power through perpetual conflict.

As Trump prepares for his high-stakes meeting with Putin in Alaska, we examine the complex dynamics at play, from JD Vance's oversimplified focus on funding issues to Zelensky's increasingly disconnected demands given battlefield realities. Putin's apparent willingness to compromise on territorial claims presents a potential opening, yet Trump's administration seems unprepared to capitalize on this diplomatic opportunity.

The establishment perspective, exemplified by Senator Graham's reductive linking of Ukraine to Taiwan, demonstrates how zero-sum thinking continues to dominate Washington's approach to international conflicts. This mindset prevents meaningful diplomatic engagement while prolonging suffering on the ground.

Both conflicts continue not because solutions are impossible, but because key decision-makers benefit politically from ongoing warfare. The tragic humanitarian costs in Gaza and Ukraine will persist until leaders prioritize civilian lives over political calculations and military posturing. What will it take for genuine diplomatic engagement to replace the current cycle of escalation and suffering?

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Netanyahu Slaughters Palestinian Journalists to Cover-Up Gaza Genocide

The deliberate targeting of Palestinian journalists has reached a shocking new level with Israel's airstrike on a tent full of reporters outside al-Shifa hospital. This calculated move silences crucial voices documenting Gaza's humanitarian catastrophe, with over 230 journalists killed since October 2023. The International Committee to Protect Journalists confirms what many have suspected: Israel is engineering a media blackout to prevent images of Palestinian suffering from reaching global audiences.

Netanyahu's recently unveiled "five principles" for ending the conflict expose his true intentions - not peace, but permanent Israeli control of Gaza through complete demilitarization and "overriding security" powers. His claim of prioritizing hostage releases contradicts his rejection of ceasefire deals that could bring captives home safely. Meanwhile, families of hostages protest in the streets, recognizing that military escalation endangers their loved ones rather than securing their freedom.

The upcoming Trump-Putin summit in Alaska offers a potential breakthrough in the Ukraine conflict, with reports suggesting Russia may accept freezing the current battle lines while maintaining control of the Donbass region. This deal would require Ukrainian demilitarization and a pledge never to join NATO. While pragmatic given Ukraine's deteriorating military position (they're now strapping missiles to crop dusters to counter Russian drones), Zelensky firmly opposes any territorial concessions. The critical question: what happens when Ukraine rejects this deal? If Trump follows through on ending U.S. funding, Ukraine faces an existential crisis without the escalating American support they've relied upon.

On the domestic front, Trump's declaration of "Liberation Day" for Washington DC - federalizing the metropolitan police and deploying 800 National Guard troops despite declining crime statistics - signals a troubling expansion of federal power. His suggestion that this approach could target other cities like Chicago raises serious concerns about potential political weaponization of law enforcement against communities that don't align with his vision.

Subscribe to catch Thursday's episode featuring comedian Dave Smith as we continue examining these critical developments shaping our world.

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The stark contradictions in Trump's foreign policy take center stage in this revealing conversation with Daniel McAdams, co-host of the Ron Paul Liberty Report and director of the Ron Paul Institute. What happens when "America First" rhetoric collides with continuing weapons shipments to Ukraine and unconditional support for Israel's actions in Gaza?

McAdams pulls no punches in dissecting Trump's confused approach to Ukraine peace negotiations. "He doesn't understand that in a conflict, when you arm one side, you're not an objective referee—you're a party to the war," McAdams explains. This fundamental misunderstanding undermines Trump's self-portrayal as a peacemaker, especially as his administration continues weapons shipments while simultaneously declaring Russia a strategic threat through executive orders.

The situation in Gaza reveals similar contradictions. When asked if Trump is complicit in what many call genocide, McAdams offers a damning analogy: "If you want to go shoot your neighbor and I said, 'Hey, here's a loaded gun, go for it'—am I innocent?" Meanwhile, a fascinating split emerges within the MAGA movement, with figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene breaking from Trump's unconditional support for Israel's actions, recognizing both moral and political liabilities.

Perhaps most disturbing is House Speaker Mike Johnson's priorities—adjourning Congress early to avoid a vote on releasing Epstein files, only to jet off to Israel where he became the first sitting Speaker to visit an illegal West Bank settlement and inspect "red heifers" tied to apocalyptic religious prophecies.

McAdams also challenges the convenient narrative that Netanyahu alone is the problem rather than broader Israeli policies, noting polls showing approximately 80% of Israelis support their country's actions in Gaza. This perspective, informed by McAdams' congressional experience, offers crucial context for understanding American foreign policy beyond partisan talking points.

Want to hear more insightful analysis? The Ron Paul Institute's ninth annual DC conference takes place August 16th near Dulles Airport, featuring speakers like Colonel Doug McGregor and Professor Jeffrey Sachs. Visit ronpaulinstitute.org for tickets and information.

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What if everything you've heard about the Russia-Ukraine conflict is missing crucial historical context? Professor Jeffrey Sachs delivers a masterclass in geopolitical analysis, challenging the simplistic narrative that this is merely "Biden's war."

Drawing on his direct conversations with key figures like Jake Sullivan, Sachs reveals how American foreign policy blunders spanning 30 years created the conditions for today's crisis. The real story begins with broken promises made during German reunification, when Western leaders assured Russia that NATO would not expand eastward. Clinton's administration shattered this commitment in 1994, beginning a pattern continued by Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden. 

The most heartbreaking revelation comes from early 2022, when Ukraine and Russia nearly reached a peace agreement through the Istanbul process. According to Sachs, Western powers discouraged Ukraine from accepting this deal – a decision that potentially cost hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian lives. "That's a million Ukrainian deaths ago," Sachs observes grimly.

Today's foreign policy discourse has deteriorated dramatically compared to earlier eras. Sachs laments the absence of thoughtful leaders like Senator J. William Fulbright, whose book "The Arrogance of Power" remains relevant six decades later. The professor traces this decline to Eisenhower's prescient warning about the military-industrial complex, which has gradually eliminated independent voices from our political system.

Looking forward, Sachs expresses skepticism about Trump's ability to end the conflict through economic warfare against BRICS nations. His attempt to pressure India into abandoning Russian oil imports demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of today's multipolar world, where emerging powers increasingly resist American bullying.

Join us for this eye-opening conversation that challenges conventional wisdom and offers crucial historical perspective on one of today's most dangerous conflicts. Share your thoughts on how we might find a path to peace that acknowledges legitimate security concerns on all sides.

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American military power is in serious trouble - not because we don't spend enough, but because we've been living in a dangerous fantasy since the end of the Cold War. Military historian and strategist Michael Vlahos delivers a wake-up call about the true state of our armed forces and defense industrial base.

The spectacular victory in Desert Storm created what Vlahos calls a "celestial authority of American arms," convincing leadership and the public that American military power was godlike and invincible. This perception, combined with a fetishistic obsession with technology and the belief that money spent directly correlates to military effectiveness, created a mythology that persists despite mounting evidence to the contrary.

What's the reality? Our weapons stockpiles have been severely depleted supporting Ukraine and Israel. Production lines for critical munitions can't keep pace with demand - even after promising to increase artillery shell production to 40,000 per month, supply chain issues and labor shortages made these targets unattainable. The United States simply lacks the industrial capacity to sustain high-intensity combat operations without national mobilization.

Ukraine provides a stark example of these dynamics. While Russia carefully manages its resources and minimizes casualties, Ukraine loses approximately 26,500 soldiers monthly - a rate that has produced casualties higher, as a percentage of population, than France suffered in World War I. The forcible conscription of older and disabled men reflects a desperate manpower shortage that can't be sustained.

The silver lining? These limitations may actually constrain aggressive foreign policy, preventing escalation into direct conflicts we can't sustain. As Vlahos notes, "In terms of restraining the unbridled exercise of American power, it is good news."

Listen now for an unvarnished look at military reality that challenges everything you thought you knew about American power projection in the 21st century.

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[GUEST] KELLEY VLAHOS: Will the Genocide in Gaza Finally Break the Special Relationship With Israel?

The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza takes center stage as Kelley Vlahos, Editorial Director at Responsible Statecraft, cuts through the propaganda to expose what's really happening on the ground. 

Benjamin Netanyahu's claims of "no starvation in Gaza" stand in stark contrast to eyewitness accounts, particularly from retired Green Beret Tony Aguilar. His devastating testimony reveals conditions far worse than anything he witnessed during decades of military service in Iraq and Afghanistan. "Nothing compares," Aguilar states, providing a credible voice that's difficult for Netanyahu's propaganda machine to dismiss.

We explore how this humanitarian crisis is shifting political alliances, with unlikely voices like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Eric Prince speaking out about the suffering in Gaza. The episode reveals how Israel's "multimillion-dollar propaganda apparatus" works to control the narrative while images of starving Palestinians increasingly break through to American audiences.

The conversation shifts to Donald Trump's approach to international conflicts, from his bizarre request for Palestinian "thank yous" for insufficient aid to his arbitrary 10-day deadline for Russia to end the Ukraine war. Kelly provides crucial context for understanding why Trump's ultimatum diplomacy is likely to backfire, potentially leading to dangerous escalation rather than peaceful resolution.

Most concerning is the growing militaristic rhetoric from NATO officials, exemplified by General Chris Donahue casually discussing plans to attack Russian territory where nuclear weapons are stored. This hawkish ecosystem within military establishments threatens to undermine diplomatic efforts and push us closer to catastrophic conflict.

Want more insightful analysis on foreign policy issues? Follow Kelley's work at Responsible Statecraft, where you'll find thoughtful perspectives that go beyond mainstream narratives to uncover the complex realities of international relations.

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The world watches in horror as Israel's devastating campaign in Gaza enters a new phase. Netanyahu has unveiled a chilling annexation plan that would permanently seize Palestinian land, beginning with the "buffer zone" along Gaza's borders and potentially expanding to claim the entire territory. All while children and the elderly starve to death daily.

Dave DeCamp, news editor of Antiwar.com, reveals how this plan comes with apparent approval from the Trump administration, even as reports circulate about schemes to ethnically cleanse Palestinians by deporting them to war-torn countries like Chad, Sudan, and Libya. The annexation threat extends to the West Bank as well, where settlers like Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have long eyed Palestinian land for permanent Israeli control.

Perhaps most surprising is the fracturing Republican response. While Senator Lindsey Graham shockingly compares Gaza to Allied bombing campaigns against Tokyo and Berlin in WWII, Marjorie Taylor Greene has emerged as an unexpected critic, openly calling Israel's actions genocide and leading efforts to cut military aid. This represents a significant break from traditional GOP positions and even from Trump himself.

Meanwhile, Trump has issued a puzzling 10-12 day ultimatum for Russia to end its war with Ukraine, threatening "secondary sanctions" against Russian trading partners. But with Ukrainian casualties mounting daily and Western weapons supplies dwindling, serious questions remain about how long this conflict can continue. The US military-industrial complex simply cannot produce interceptors and ammunition fast enough to supply conflicts in Ukraine, Israel, and prepare for potential confrontation with China.

For unfiltered coverage of global conflicts without US propaganda, follow Dave DeCamp's work at Antiwar.com, where he serves as news editor, providing essential context missing from mainstream reporting.

Chapters:

• 0:34 Netanyahu's Gaza Annexation Plan
• 10:56 West Bank Annexation Threats
• 15:37 Republican Party Divide on Israel
• 23:50 MTG's Surprising Anti-War Stance
• 28:49 Trump's Bizarre Ukraine Deadline

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Was it Treason? - Trump shifts focus to Russiagate as Gaza Starves

Diving into the explosive revelations surrounding Russiagate, this episode unpacks how this manufactured scandal fundamentally altered American politics and created the conditions for the current Ukraine war. The political weaponization of Russia hysteria didn't just target Trump personally—it reshaped our entire approach to foreign policy and eliminated diplomatic options that could have prevented bloodshed.

When Donald Trump claims Barack Obama orchestrated Russiagate as an act of "treason," he touches on uncomfortable truths about how intelligence agencies and political operatives poisoned public discourse. The episode methodically connects these dots, demonstrating how the manufactured hysteria around Russian interference backed the Biden administration into a corner where peaceful solutions became politically impossible. This isn't just about partisan politics—it's about how manufactured narratives cost real lives.

Trump's approach to Ukraine diplomacy receives critical examination as well. His belief that he could end the war through personal phone calls with Putin reveals a profound misunderstanding of battlefield realities and geopolitical complexities. With Russia currently holding strategic advantages and the Ukrainian military stretched thin, Putin has no incentive to accept a ceasefire that would allow Ukraine to regroup. Trump's frustration at failed diplomatic efforts ignores Russia's legitimate concerns following the West's acknowledged deception during the Minsk agreements.

The episode reaches a disturbing climax with Trump's callous demand for Palestinian gratitude for humanitarian aid while thousands die in Gaza. This disconnection from reality—where Palestinians must navigate deadly killing fields just to access meager food supplies—perfectly encapsulates the moral bankruptcy of leadership that views human suffering through a transactional lens.

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The stark disconnect between American foreign and domestic policy takes center stage in this compelling conversation between Kyle Anzalone and returning guest Misty Winston. When tragedy strikes at home—whether a toxic train derailment in East Palestine or devastating natural disasters—our government's response is tepid at best. Yet billions flow unquestioned to foreign conflicts, raising profound questions about who our elected officials truly serve.

The discussion opens with the GOP's puzzling retreat from the Epstein files investigation. Speaker Mike Johnson sent Congress home early, seemingly to prevent a vote on releasing these documents. His justification—protecting victims from "further public scrutiny"—stands in stark contrast to victims' own calls for transparency and justice. As Winston notes, this sudden change suggests powerful people in both parties fear exposure, placing self-preservation above accountability.

This pattern of misplaced priorities extends to domestic disasters like the East Palestine train derailment, where residents continue suffering from toxic exposure with minimal government support. A whistleblower report now suggests potential collusion between the EPA and Norfolk Southern to obscure testing data, leaving affected citizens without answers or assistance despite paying taxes for exactly these services.

Perhaps most revealing are the statements from elected officials like Randy Fine and Ted Cruz, who openly declare their primary loyalty to Israel rather than their constituents. Fine's callous comment about letting Gaza's people starve while Cruz names Israel his "number one priority" exemplifies a fundamental betrayal of their representative responsibilities.

The conversation concludes with a critical examination of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's vote against reducing aid to Israel despite the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe. This revealing choice demonstrates how even self-proclaimed progressives can fail the most basic moral test when political calculations override human rights concerns.

Have we reached a turning point where Americans finally recognize this distorted prioritization of foreign interests over domestic needs?

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