The Optimistic American

Peace in the Middle East, War at Home


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A historic peace deal abroad, chaos at home.

From Trump’s historic peace mission in the Middle East to the possibility of a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, this episode of New Frontiers dives into how Trump’s diplomacy reshaped global alliances and challenged decades of U.S. foreign policy. Paul Johnson and his panel explore the shifting Arab support for Israel, the media’s portrayal of Israel as the aggressor, and whether a true two-state solution is finally within reach — or just another short-term truce.

Back home, the discussion turns to America’s deepening divisions, the debate over deploying federal troops, and the controversy surrounding ICE and immigration enforcement. The panel also dissects Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s military speech, the Arizona gubernatorial race, and Kamala Harris’s post-election reflections — all while asking one central question: Can America find peace abroad if it can’t find peace at home?

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