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Lex Fridman Cast
04/09/25
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Netanyahu likely feels the need to engage in the internet conversation to influence the narrative, especially as younger generations view Israel differently due to the ongoing war.
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Dave Smith: Israel, Hamas, Ukraine, Russia, Conspiracies & Antisemitism | Lex Fridman Podcast #464
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04/09/25
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Lex Fridman Cast
04/09/25
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Israel has a lot of control in various areas, but they are losing the internet battle badly, which is a major problem for them. The global perception of Israel is changing drastically, especially among those 40 and under, and it will never return to what it was for previous generations.
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Lex Fridman Cast
04/09/25
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When someone like Netanyahu does an interview, it's a way for him to share his perspective, which I think is a good thing. In a war, especially with Russia, it's important to understand the other side's perspective, even if you don't take it as gospel.
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Douglas Murray
03/31/25
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Netanyahu believes it is his historic purpose to defend the only homeland of the Jewish people, which he sees as his life's mission, making him a historic leader by any measure.
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Douglas Murray
03/31/25
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Netanyahu is viewed as a devil by many, regardless of his actions, which raises the question of why that perception exists.
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Douglas Murray
03/31/25
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Netanyahu's leadership is scrutinized due to the October 7th attacks occurring under his watch, similar to how Golda Meir was held accountable for the Yom Kippur War.
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Douglas Murray
03/31/25
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Critics argue that Netanyahu's focus on Hamas may have distracted from other threats, such as Hezbollah, which could have implications for Israel's security strategy.
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Dave Smith
04/09/25
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When I criticize Israel's actions, I often face backlash from people who don't realize I'm Jewish, which complicates the conversation.
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Douglas Murray
03/31/25
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Despite criticisms, many political leaders in Israel would likely have responded similarly to the October 7th attacks as Netanyahu did, given the circumstances.
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Lex Fridman Cast
04/09/25
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The trolls on Twitter are just the other side of the woke, and both groups don't help the discussion on Israel or anything else.