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System Update is a weekly show hosted by Glenn Greenwald, where he explores different topics in as in-depth and critical a manner as possible.

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Green Party candidate Jill Stein recounts her arrest at pro-Gaza protest at Washington University in Missouri.

Short Summary:

1. Jill Stein was arrested during a pro-Palestine protest at Washington University for refusing to leave after being asked multiple times.
2. Stein tried to de-escalate the situation by speaking with university administrators, but the police assaulted her with a bicycle and charged her with assaulting a police officer.
3. Stein believes the assaults on protesters reflect a disconnect between the government and the majority opinion of the American people who find the genocide in Palestine unacceptable.
4. Stein discusses her presidential campaign, stating that the media has intentionally left her out of the mix, but recent events have brought attention to her campaign. Recent polling shows her at 8% overall and 22% among voters aged 30 and under.

Summary:

1. The arrest and assault of Jill Stein during the pro-Palestine protest highlight the intense tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas war and the suppression of dissenting voices.
2. The actions of the police and the government’s support for the assault on protesters raise concerns about the state of policing, free speech, and the use of force in the United States.
3. The media’s lack of attention to Stein’s presidential campaign reflects a bias against third-party candidates and a desire to maintain a two-party dominance.
4. Stein’s recent polling numbers in Wisconsin indicate growing support for her campaign, especially among younger voters who are dissatisfied with Joe Biden’s handling of the war in Gaza.

[EU S14 E17] The Phenomenon of China

This week’s Economic Update Professor Richard Wolff dedicates the entire show to the economic developmental achievement of China, together with the historical background that motivated that achievement. We analyze the uniqueness of both the economic philosophy and the politics of China.

Short Summary

1. China’s economic growth and development in the past 70 years is a remarkable phenomenon.
2. China has become the manufacturing center for the whole world and a crucial player in global trade.
3. China’s unique blend of state and private sector enterprises has allowed for rapid industrialization and technological advancements.
4. The Chinese Communist Party plays a dominant role in politics and aims to overcome uneven development while building alliances with other nations.
5. China’s future could lead to either becoming a new hegemonic empire or fostering a collective global community of nations.

Summary

1. China’s economic growth and development over the past 70 years is a testament to their remarkable achievements in raising people out of poverty and becoming a global economic powerhouse
2. China’s unique economic model, with a blend of state and private sector enterprises, has allowed for rapid industrialization and technological advancements. This model challenges traditional notions of socialism and capitalism.
3. China’s dominance in manufacturing and global trade has transformed it into a crucial player in the world economy. This has led to increased competition with the United States and other Western countries.
4. The Chinese Communist Party’s political dominance and focus on overcoming uneven development demonstrate their commitment to creating a more equitable society. However, this dominance also raises concerns about political freedom and human rights.
5. China’s future trajectory will have significant implications for the global order. It could either lead to the rise of a new hegemonic empire or the emergence of a collective global community of nations. The outcome will shape the geopolitical landscape in the coming years.

Journalist Jack Ross weighs in on a the the pro-Palestine protest at UCLA campus.

Susan Sarandon finds hope in the protests movement of students at Columbia university, speaks to how the mainstream media uses clickbait to push an anti-Palestine agenda, and explains that her activism is not fearless.

This clip comes from a livestream of a “Seder in the Streets to Stop Arming Israel” Katie anchored which was held on the second night of Passover on Tuesday night. The demonstration was held in Brooklyn one block away from the home of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer hours before the Senate approved a $95 billion foreign aid package that includes about $17 billion in arms and security funding to Israel. Hundreds of protesters were arrested. During the seder, Katie was in a studio on Manhattan’s Lower East Side providing commentary and interviewing special guests Rabbi Brant Rosen, filmmaker Michael Moore, journalist Abby Martin, Actor, playwright and essayist Wallace SHawn, Human Rights and environmental lawyer Steven Donziger and actor and activist Susan Sarandon. And she was joined in studio by Fouad Dakwar, a Palestinian-American musical theater writer and the creator of the great musical Fouad of Nazareth.

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This song and video were inspired by Benjamin Netanyahu's statement, "Nobody will stop us -- not the Hague, not the axis of evil and not anybody else," and Joe Biden's unwavering support of Israel's war crimes.

Lyrics by Katie Halper and Daniel Maté. Video edited by Kinky Roach Productions. Biden voiced by Mike MacRae. Bibi voiced by Daniel Maté. Parody of the song "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" co-written by Diane Warren and Albert Hammond and recorded by Starship.

Michael Moore talks about his time in Palestine and why the U.S. needs to stop funding Israel's crimes. He also praises today's students who are protesting for Palesinians.

This clip comes from a livestream of a “Seder in the Streets to Stop Arming Israel” Katie anchored which was held on the second night of Passover on Tuesday night. The demonstration was held in Brooklyn one block away from the home of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer hours before the Senate approved a $95 billion foreign aid package that includes about $17 billion in arms and security funding to Israel. Hundreds of protesters were arrested. During the seder, Katie was in a studio on Manhattan’s Lower East Side providing commentary and interviewing special guests Rabbi Brant Rosen, filmmaker Michael Moore, journalist Abby Martin, Actor, playwright and essayist Wallace SHawn, Human Rights and environmental lawyer Steven Donziger and actor and activist Susan Sarandon. And she was joined in studio by Fouad Dakwar, a Palestinian-American musical theater writer and the creator of the great musical Fouad of Nazareth.

Timestamps:

• 00:00:00 Michael Moore on Katie's Genocide Remix song
• 00:02:25:20 Michael Moore's experience being shot at by the IDF in the 1980s
• 00:04:51:05 On the Jewish history of Flint's labor struggle
• 00:08:21:27 Seder protests and police arresting students, the next generation
• 00:10:34:02 What counts as antisemitism? Okay to criticize Jeffery Epstein?
• 00:11:09:27 On the killing of aid workers
• 00:13:39:22 The best thing you can do for Israelis is speak out against the killing

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Journalist with Status Coup Jordan Chariton reports on the Flint water crisis 10 years following the disaster.

Short Summary

1. Journalist Jordan Chariton from Status Coup discusses the ongoing water crisis in Flint, Michigan, ten years after initial reporting.
2. The situation has not improved, with residents facing health issues like cancer, kidney failure, and learning disabilities due to lead poisoning.
3. The crisis stemmed from a privatization scheme to create a new water system, with financial fraud involved in obtaining funding for the project.
4. Similar incidents in other communities suggest a pattern of corporate influence and lack of government accountability in environmental disasters.
5. Low-income and working-class communities bear the brunt of these crises, with little relief or support from the government.
6. Instances where government officials and corporations collude to cover up wrongdoing for financial gain are highlighted.
7. Criticism is directed towards past administrations for not taking meaningful action to address the Flint crisis.
8. Disparities in access to healthcare are highlighted, such as in Libby, Montana, a predominantly white town with free healthcare due to an asbestos disaster, compared to Flint, Michigan, a majority black city with no universal healthcare despite facing a water crisis leading to health issues like cancer.
9. The ongoing struggles faced by Flint residents, including contaminated water, health problems, and lack of support for mental health and education needs, are emphasized.
10. The documentary "Flint Fatigue" addressing the ongoing issues in Flint, Michigan, including the lack of comprehensive pipe replacements, is mentioned.

Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave discuss the latest updates on Israel-Gaza protests on college campuses.

Short Summary

1. The speaker in the video discusses the issue of government intervention in free speech, particularly in the context of protecting protected statuses and task forces on college campuses.
2. They argue against government aligning with organizations like the ADL to silence criticism of Israel, stating that it infringes on free speech rights.
3. The speaker also mentions historical examples of discrimination and segregation to highlight the importance of protecting free speech.
4. They emphasize the need to distinguish between genuine concerns of discrimination and bad faith arguments used to suppress speech.
5. The speaker discusses the issue of hate crimes against Jewish people and the need for structural reforms to address discrimination.
6. They criticize the influence of a foreign state in U.S. politics and highlight the profit motive behind investments in weapons manufacturers by colleges.
7. The speaker questions the motives behind state reactions to protests and political shifts, emphasizing the importance of unity among working-class people.
8. Concern is expressed that policies aimed at diversity and inclusion may be divisive and not effectively address marginalized communities' needs.
9. The speaker gives an example of a workplace incident involving a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policy leading to discrimination against an Asian woman.
10. The debate centers around different approaches to addressing issues of anti-Semitism in workplaces versus educational environments like campuses.

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Short Summary

1. Students at American universities are protesting Israel's war on Gaza and demanding their schools cut off links with Israel.
2. The protests have spread to universities in the US, Europe, and Australia, with students facing crackdowns from police.
3. Tensions have escalated, sparking debates about freedom of speech and concerns about repercussions of divestment from companies doing business with Israel.
4. University campuses have become focal points for opposition to the war on Gaza, with protests erupting at over 30 campuses in the US.
5. Student protesters are determined to continue their protests until their demands are met.
6. The video transcript discusses student protests at various university campuses, including the University of Texas, regarding the situation in the Middle East and US government support for Israel.
7. The protests have been largely peaceful, with concerns expressed about the treatment of civilians in Gaza and Israel's security.
8. Faculty members at Columbia University are highlighted as standing up for academic freedom and student rights to voice their opinions without fear of reprisal.
9. The video emphasizes the importance of peaceful political participation and the democratic nature of the protests.
10. The discussion also touches on the potential continuation of protests into the summer and fall, influenced by events in the Middle East and US government policies.

About Russell Brand: Everybody knows that the old ideas won’t help us. Religion is dead. Capitalism is dead. Communism is dead. Where will the answers of the next century lie? Particularly, when we’re facing a mental health epidemic and ecological melt down.

The NSA is ’just days from taking over the internet’ warns Edward Snowden, referring to FISA Section 702.

About Kim Iverson: Independent analysis of today's politics. Foreign Policy, Pandemic, Elections and More. I don't fall in line when the line leads to Bullshit.

Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave discuss AOC's support of Joe Biden.

Short Summary

1. AOC is increasing her support for President Biden and has become a key surrogate for his re-election campaign among younger people and progressives.
2. She backs Biden's climate agenda but criticizes his handling of Israel's conflict with Hamas, calling for the administration to stop aiding Israel.
3. AOC's emergence as a surrogate comes as polls show a lack of confidence in the direction the US is heading among young voters.
4. Concerns arise about AOC's alignment with Biden despite her previous anti-establishment stance, with some questioning her motivations and suggesting a shift towards liberal politics.
5. AOC is seen as playing an "inside-outside game," supporting Biden to avoid a worse alternative like Trump but also enabling the Democratic party to stifle debate and progress.
6. Critics point out that Biden's policies on issues like immigration and Israel may not significantly differ from Trump's, raising doubts about the effectiveness of AOC's approach.
7. The video discusses various issues related to US aid for Ukraine, refusal to back a UN probe into mass graves at a Gaza hospital, Biden administration's oil drilling permits outpacing Trump, rising deportations of migrants under Biden, and concerns about the Democratic party's strategy in marginalizing young people and progressives.
8. The speaker questions whether constantly voting blue, regardless of the candidate, is beneficial in the long run and calls for Democrats to present a candidate worth voting for. 9.The video also mentions the close race between Biden and Trump in national and swing state polls, highlighting concerns about Biden's performance compared to a candidate facing legal issues.

Short Summary

1. The video addresses the misconception that TikTok is controlled by the Chinese Communist Party to manipulate young Americans against their government.
2. It discusses a specific incident where a video critical of the US government and its efforts in Ukraine was banned on TikTok.
3. The CIA and FBI are said to influence TikTok's content moderation to maintain access to the lucrative US market.
4. The US government demands censorship on TikTok similar to countries like China, Iran, and Brazil which require tech companies to censor content.
5. TikTok has made concessions to US agencies, including the Pentagon, CIA, and FBI, by outsourcing content moderation to US-controlled groups.
6. The platform has hired executives from Facebook and Instagram for content moderation to comply with US government censorship demands.
7. The White House initially called for a ban on TikTok citing national security concerns.
8. TikTok user Luke David Johnson advocates for free communication and criticizes government control over media platforms.
9. The video discusses the removal of a hashtag related to Osama Bin Laden's letter to America, sparking controversy and questions about TikTok's motives.
10. The US government's influence over TikTok's censorship decisions is evident, including the removal of controversial content.

About Scotty Kilmer: This is the people's automotive channel! The most honest and funniest car channel on YouTube. Never any sponsored content, just the truth about everything! Learn how to fix your car and how it works. Get a chance to show off your own car on Sundays. Or show off your own car mod on Wednesdays. Tool giveaways every Monday to help you with your own car projects. We have a new video every day! I've been an auto mechanic for the past 50 years and I'm here to share my knowledge with you.

Desc: YouTube Has Changed, Goodbye Old Friends, DIY and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. What happened to all the car YouTube channels? Is Scotty Kilmer shutting down his YouTube Channel? Ending YouTuber. Thank you and goodbye. YouTube channel shut down. The Truth about Scotty Kilmer. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 56 years.

Short Summary

1. Scotty Kilmer is one of the few remaining independent car channels on YouTube, focusing on car maintenance and avoiding scams rather than reviewing luxury cars.
2. He emphasizes honesty and not being influenced by paid advertisements in his content.
3. Kilmer’s passion for fixing cars was inherited from his grandfather, and he believes working on cars keeps him alive.
4. Unlike other channels, Kilmer does not rely on sponsorships and prioritizes helping people over making money.
5. His dedication to honesty has earned his channel over 2.6 billion views on YouTube.
6. Kilmer provides honest advice on various topics, including electric cars and scan tools, without endorsing products for money.
7. He prefers older technology and is willing to test and review products honestly.
8. Kilmer is planning to move to Rhode Island and invites viewers to contact him with car-related questions once settled.
9. He does not accept donations, asking viewers instead to share his videos to help others avoid being ripped off.

Short Summary

1. Civil defense workers in Gaza recovered 310 bodies from a mass grave at the Nasser medical complex in southern Gaza City.
2. The UN Human Rights Chief expressed horror at the discovery, noting some bodies had hands tied behind their backs.
3. The Israeli assault on Gaza is expected to have long-lasting effects on mental health and intergenerational trauma.
4. Israel has not provided evidence to support allegations against UN agency employees.
5. Palestinian solidarity protests are spreading across college campuses in the US.
6. Google fired 20 workers in retaliation for protesting against their cloud computing contract with Israel.
7. In Trump's hush money case, prosecutors argue that his payment to Stormy Daniels constituted election fraud.
8. The Supreme Court appears to support a city's crackdown on unhoused people in Oregon, while housing justice advocates protest laws criminalizing homelessness.
9. The UK's plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda has been passed despite legal questions.
10. The video discusses various global news events, including UK deportation flights, migrant deaths, political violence in Mexico, Biden's investment in solar energy, environmental activism, student protests against fossil fuel investments, and a court case in South Korea regarding climate change inaction.

Protests in support of Palestine continue at university campuses across the United States, despite a crackdown by police. Hundreds of students and teachers have been arrested over the past week.

Al Jazeera’s Kristen Saloomey is at New York University for the latest.

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It’s a shameful thing that that hundreds of bodies executed in a Gaza hospital doesn’t make the news and a Zionist stunt to overthrow the head of the Metropolitan Police leads it

Executive Vice President at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft Trita Parsi weighs in on the latest in Israel and Gaza.

Short Summary

1. The Israeli military conducted 25 air strikes in Gaza, including destroying the top three floors of a mosque.
2. The US State Department expressed concerns about human rights violations by Israel, Hamas, and Palestinian militant groups.
3. An independent review found no evidence of UNRWA staff involvement in an attack on Israel.
4. The Biden Administration's response to human rights abuses has been criticized for being minimal.
5. Israel's goals may include depopulating Gaza and annexing parts of it, potentially hindering a two-state solution.
6. The US has shifted its stance on Israeli settlements and is prioritizing Arab-Israeli normalization over Palestinian statehood.
7. The video discusses Israel's strategy of influencing the United States to accept Israeli settlements and illegal outposts in Palestine.
8. Concerns are raised about a deal involving the US defending Saudi Arabia in exchange for Saudi recognition of Israel potentially leading to more violence in the region.
9. The US vetoing recognition of Palestine as a state and the lack of media coverage on atrocities against Palestinians are criticized.
10. In Europe, particularly Germany, strict measures are being taken against those speaking on issues related to Israel's policies and the situation in Gaza, reflecting a concerning reality for international relations and domestic democracy.

[EU S14 E15] A Sea Change In US Labor's Militancy

In this week’s Economic Update Professor, Richard Wolff examines US spending on war materials for Ukraine and Israel, we will discuss Chinese Electric Vehicle imports and the US's protectionist response, and we will highlight the possible convergence of worker cooperatives as part of union negotiating strategies, and we discuss the impact of Harvard college workers vote overwhelmingly to join two unions. Finally, we Interview author and union organizer, Kim Kelly.

Kim Kelly is a journalist, author, and third-generation union member based in Philadelphia. She is a a regular contributor to Teen Vogue, In These Times, the Baffler, Rolling Stone, and many more, and her first book, FIGHT LIKE HELL: The Untold History of American Labor, is out now via One Signal/Simon & Schuster.