Ben Cohen and Joe Walsh: Israel, Mehdi Hasan, and why the Left is eating itself
Summary
Joe Walsh and Ben Cohen discuss the polarizing debate over Israel and Gaza, arguing that the left’s insistence on labeling Israel’s actions as genocide stifles rational discourse. They distinguish between war crimes and genocide, criticizing figures like Mehdi Hasan for using the term to shut down conversation. The hosts also explore the political implications for the Democratic Party, warning that radical left purity tests on this issue could alienate moderate voters ahead of the 2028 election.
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