Democracy Now! 2026-10-28 Wednesday
Summary
This episode covers the political gridlock in Israel following recent elections, where neither Netanyahu nor his challenger secured a majority, and discusses the implications for Palestinians and U.S. policy. Guests Rashid Khalidi and Tariq Ali, co-authors of "The Neck and the Sword," analyze the ongoing regional conflicts, including the U.S.-Israel war on Iran and Houthi attacks in Yemen.
Topics discussed
Intro: Israel election results and upcoming guests
Israel election details and Palestinian voting rights
Iranian filmmaker Panahi sentenced to prison
Yemen conflict and UAE backing of Houthis
Russia sanctions and human rights report
Bolsonaro flees Brazil after election loss
Alex Pretti shooting investigation stonewalled
Deaths and detention issues in US immigration jails
CDC deputy director resigns after four months
Preview of interview with Khalidi and Ali
Analysis of Israeli election gridlock and coalitions
Significance of Palestinian vote and US public opinion
Can US midterms shift policy on Israel?
Political implications of removing Netanyahu
US role in Israel's war and regional dynamics
UK crackdown on Palestine Action and protests
Book title origin: The Neck and the Sword
Forms of Palestinian resistance today
Break and return to interview
Studio introduction and guest welcome
US-Iran war, Yemen, and regional security shifts
Global political trends: Brazil, France, and protests
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