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Lex Fridman Cast
04/09/25
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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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Dave Smith: Israel, Hamas, Ukraine, Russia, Conspiracies & Antisemitism | Lex Fridman Podcast #464
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04/09/25
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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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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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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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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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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
04/09/25
@ Lex Fridman
The cheering for Hamas after the October 7th attack is sickening, but it's important to understand the context of the suffering and oppression that led to such reactions.
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Dave Smith
04/09/25
@ Lex Fridman
The dynamics of the Israel-Palestine conflict are complicated by extremists on both sides who seem to undermine their own causes.
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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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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.