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“Jimmy Dore is outrageous and outraged, bothersome and bothered. A crucial, profane, passionate voice for progressives and free-thinkers in 21st century America. Jimmy will anger you if you're a conservative and enrage you if you're a liberal.”—Patton Oswalt


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“Jimmy Dore is outrageous and outraged, bothersome and bothered. A crucial, profane, passionate voice for progressives and free-thinkers in 21st century America. Jimmy will anger you if you're a conservative and enrage you if you're a liberal.”—Patton Oswalt

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I don't criticize Democrats cuz I side with Republicans, I criticize Democrats Cuz THEY side with Republicans.

Our fight is not Left/Right anymore, it is Us vs.Them.

We have 2 corporate party's that serve Wall St/War Machine/Corporations & crush everyone else. #UniParty @0rf

Source: https://twitter.com/jimmy_dore/status/1559374176904814594

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Main Topic: A discussion and reaction to a pro-Palestinian guest (Fiona) on a British show who refuses to condemn Hamas and instead condemns the IDF, Western imperialism, and the British government's role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Key Points:

  • Guest's Stance: Fiona refuses to condemn Hamas, arguing that the focus should be on condemning the IDF's actions, the occupation of Palestine, and the historical role of Western imperialism, particularly British imperialism, in creating and supporting the Zionist state.
  • Hosts' Reaction: The British hosts are visibly agitated and attempt to pressure Fiona into condemning Hamas, framing her refusal as a failure to condemn terrorism and suggesting the British public will disapprove.
  • Historical Context: The discussion brings up the historical context of the conflict, with arguments made that the conflict began in 1948 with the forced displacement of Palestinians and that Israel initiated the war.
  • Bob Vylan Controversy: The video references the controversy surrounding the duo Bob Vylan, who faced consequences (visa cancellation, dropped by agency) for saying "Death to the IDF." The speaker argues that saying "Death to the IDF" is not inciting violence, but rather expressing a desire for an organization to cease to exist.
  • Changing Public Opinion: The speaker suggests that younger generations, including Republicans under 50, are increasingly critical of Israel's actions and that public opinion is shifting.
  • Max Blumenthal's Perspective: Max Blumenthal's background as a former pro-Zionist who became disillusioned is highlighted, adding weight to his criticism of Israel's policies and actions. He argues that the October 7th attack did not happen in a vacuum and is a result of the ongoing occupation and siege of Gaza.
  • It's Simple: The speaker argues that the conflict is not complicated, but rather a simple case of taking people's land and refusing to give it back.

Highlights:

  • The clash between the British hosts and the pro-Palestinian guest, Fiona, over the condemnation of Hamas versus the IDF.
  • The discussion of the historical roots of the conflict, tracing it back to 1948 and earlier.
  • The mention of Bob Vylan's controversy and the argument that criticizing the IDF is not necessarily inciting violence.
  • Max Blumenthal's explanation of the historical context of the conflict and the conditions in Gaza.
  • The assertion that public opinion, particularly among younger generations, is shifting against Israel's policies.

About Channel:

"I don't criticize Democrats cuz I side with Republicans, I criticize Democrats Cuz THEY side with Republicans.

Our fight is not Left/Right anymore, it is Us vs.Them.

We have 2 corporate party's that serve Wall St/War Machine/Corporations & crush everyone else. #UniParty @0rf"^[[1] https://twitter.com/jimmy_dore/status/1559374176904814594]

#TheJimmyDoreShow is a hilarious and irreverent take on news, politics and culture featuring Jimmy Dore, a professional stand up comedian, author and podcaster. The show is also broadcast on Pacifica Radio Network stations throughout the country.

“Jimmy Dore is outrageous and outraged, bothersome and bothered. A crucial, profane, passionate voice for progressives and free-thinkers in 21st century America. Jimmy will anger you if you’re a conservative and enrage you if you’re a liberal.”—Patton Oswalt

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Main Topic: The video features an exchange between a Palestinian-American woman and Dr. Gabor Maté about survivor's guilt and generational trauma, followed by a discussion on moral injury, helplessness in the face of global suffering, and parenting in a world filled with horrors.

Key Points:

  • Survivor's Guilt: A Palestinian-American woman asks Dr. Maté about dealing with survivor's guilt stemming from her experiences under Israeli occupation. Dr. Maté uses a mirroring technique, relating it to his own experience as a Holocaust survivor, to help her question her guilt.
  • Denial and Deflection: Dr. Maté discusses people's capacity for denial and deflection, particularly in the context of the Gaza conflict, highlighting how some individuals avoid confronting difficult truths.
  • Moral Injury and Helplessness: The discussion shifts to the broader experience of moral injury, the sense of helplessness and frustration many feel when witnessing suffering and feeling powerless to stop it.
  • Parenting in a Troubled World: The conversation explores the challenges of raising children in a world filled with violence and injustice, balancing the desire to protect their innocence with the need to instill morality and awareness.
  • Modeling Morality: Dr. Maté emphasizes that morality cannot be taught but is learned through modeling fairness, justice, and acceptance in relationships with children. He advises parents to trust their instincts and create a secure environment where children's sense of morality can naturally develop.
  • Importance of Connection: The discussion highlights the importance of maintaining strong parent-child relationships to prevent children from becoming overly influenced by their peers and losing themselves.

Highlights:

  • Dr. Maté's mirroring technique with the Palestinian woman, drawing a parallel between her experience and his own as a Holocaust survivor.
  • The discussion of moral injury and the shared sense of helplessness many feel in the face of global suffering.
  • Dr. Maté's advice on parenting, emphasizing modeling morality and trusting parental instincts.
  • The reference to the film "Life is Beautiful" as an example of protecting a child's innocence amidst horrific circumstances.
  • Dr. Maté's recommendation of the book "Hold On to Your Kids" by Dr. Gordon Neufeld, focusing on the importance of maintaining strong parent-child relationships.

About Channel:

"I don't criticize Democrats cuz I side with Republicans, I criticize Democrats Cuz THEY side with Republicans.

Our fight is not Left/Right anymore, it is Us vs.Them.

We have 2 corporate party's that serve Wall St/War Machine/Corporations & crush everyone else. #UniParty @0rf"^[[1] https://twitter.com/jimmy_dore/status/1559374176904814594]

#TheJimmyDoreShow is a hilarious and irreverent take on news, politics and culture featuring Jimmy Dore, a professional stand up comedian, author and podcaster. The show is also broadcast on Pacifica Radio Network stations throughout the country.

“Jimmy Dore is outrageous and outraged, bothersome and bothered. A crucial, profane, passionate voice for progressives and free-thinkers in 21st century America. Jimmy will anger you if you’re a conservative and enrage you if you’re a liberal.”—Patton Oswalt