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Dave Smith

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

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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Dave Smith: Israel, Hamas, Ukraine, Russia, Conspiracies & Antisemitism | Lex Fridman Podcast #464

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Dave Smith: Israel, Hamas, Ukraine, Russia, Conspiracies & Antisemitism | Lex Fridman Podcast #464

04/09/25

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Dave Smith

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

Criticism of Israel often leads to accusations of being a self-hating Jew or a Nazi apologist, which is insane given the context of the discussion.

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Dave Smith

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

I stay away from discussing Israel because it's nuanced and complicated, and I want to explore ideas without being punished for missteps.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

Criticism of Israel is not inherently antisemitic, but when individuals express outrage over Israel while ignoring atrocities against Muslims elsewhere, it indicates a deeper bias.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

The psychological projection seen in the case of Israel is striking, as those who accuse Israel of atrocities often reflect their own guilt or actions.

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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

The resurgence of antisemitism since October 7th is alarming, with some individuals using it as a means to project their own guilt about colonialism and other societal issues onto Israel.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

The perception of Jews in America today is complicated; while many Jews thrive, the discourse around antisemitism can sometimes feel exaggerated compared to historical contexts.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

The rise of antisemitism in the context of Israel's military actions raises questions about the motivations behind such hatred and the role of legitimate grievances versus hate.

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Lex Fridman Cast

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

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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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

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.