"No Daylight" - Teaser
Summary
This episode launches the "No Daylight" mini-series, examining the complex U.S.-Israel relationship from a 2026 perspective. Hosts Brendan James and Noah Colwyn explore historical tensions, focusing on Harry Truman’s reluctant support for Israel’s founding despite State Department opposition. Featuring experts Rashid Khalidi and Douglas Rossinow, the discussion highlights how domestic political pressure overrode strategic concerns in early American foreign policy.
Topics discussed
Trump's criticism of Israel and Iran's military actions
Introduction to the Blowback mini-series 'No Daylight
Context: 2026 war with Iran and U.S.-Israel relations
Debate on who controls U.S. foreign policy: Israel or U.S.?
Series overview: Key historical moments of U.S.-Israel tension
Series scope, methodology, and expert interviews
Post-WWII context: British Mandate and Zionist goals
Harry Truman's presidency and initial stance on Palestine
Truman's personal views, anti-Semitism, and rejection of Zionism
Expert analysis on Truman's decision-making and advisors
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