It Could Happen Here Weekly 240
Summary
This compilation episode features two segments from "It Could Happen Here." First, Danelle Kurd analyzes how pro-Palestinian activism permeated the 2022 and 2026 World Cups, highlighting grassroots organizing in Qatar and fan solidarity that defied government normalization efforts. Second, Mick and James Stout critique the concept of universal human rights, arguing that rights are often used as political cover for war and lack enforcement without collective obligation and active resistance.
Topics discussed
Intro, ads, and transition to World Cup topic
Palestine, normalization, and activism at the World Cup
Ads for PrEP and Addy
Philosophy of human rights, sovereignty, and statelessness
Review of the 2026 National Arts Festival in DC
Politics: McConnell, France police law, and Plattner scandal
Trump tariffs, Iran asylum issues, and ICE violence
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