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Transcript for Tucker Carlson: Putin, Navalny, Trump, CIA, NSA, War, Politics & Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #414

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OUTLINE:

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 3:53 - Putin
• 20:07 - Navalny
• 41:20 - Moscow
• 1:00:48 - Freedom of speech
• 1:07:03 - Jon Stewart
• 1:19:48 - Ending the War in Ukraine
• 1:29:15 - Nazis
• 1:37:42 - Putin's health
• 1:48:47 - Hitler
• 1:58:12 - Nuclear war
• 2:16:31 - Trump
• 2:33:27 - Israel-Palestine
• 2:39:37 - Xi Jinping
• 2:53:34 - Advice for young people
• 2:58:53 - Hope for the future

Due Dissidence is a multimedia one-stop shop for left politics and gallows humor in written, audio, and video form.

Short Summary

1. The video segment discusses a controversial incident where an executive from Lockheed Martin visited a university classroom to lecture on business economics.
2. The students asked provocative questions about the company's involvement in manufacturing weapons used in conflicts, particularly against Palestinian civilians.
3. The video highlights the students' critical thinking and activism, praising Gen Z for challenging systems of oppression and questioning corporate agendas.
4. It touches on the importance of understanding how elites manipulate youth idealism for their benefit.
5. The speaker commends the students for bravely confronting the defense contractor and urges viewers to read a book called "Winners Take All" for further insight into the topic.
6. The speaker explains that for a long time, idealistic students have been convinced to enter Consulting and work for corporations in order to change the system from the inside.
7. They were told that to make their ideas scalable, they needed to understand how the system works.
8. However, they ended up being brainwashed into believing that the principles of neoliberal capitalism were the best way to channel their idealism.

Citizenfour is a 2014 documentary film directed by Laura Poitras, concerning Edward Snowden and the NSA spying scandal. The film had its US premiere on October 10, 2014, at the New York Film Festival and its UK premiere on October 17, 2014, at the BFI London Film Festival. The film features Snowden and Glenn Greenwald, and was co-produced by Poitras, Mathilde Bonnefoy, and Dirk Wilutzky, with Steven Soderbergh and others serving as executive producers. Citizenfour received critical acclaim upon release, and was the recipient of numerous accolades, including the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 2015 Oscars.

NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists Glenn Greenwald and Chris Hedges discuss mass surveillance, government secrecy, Internet freedom and U.S. attempts to extradite and prosecute Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. They spoke together on a panel moderated by Amy Goodman at the virtual War on Terror film festival after a screening of "Citizenfour" — the Oscar-winning documentary about Snowden by Laura Poitras.

The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate cover the new sadistic Syria sanctions bill introduced by Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a progressive Palestinian-American who has led congressional opposition to Israel's assault on Gaza.

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1. The speaker discusses the impact of US sanctions on Syria, accusing the US of aiming to starve the population into submission while occupying and stealing Syria's oil.
2. Criticizes Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib for pushing for accountability for Assad's crimes against humanity without acknowledging the US government's role in funding death squads in Syria.
3. Questions Tlaib's alliance with Israel, accusing her of repeating false claims about Syria's use of chemical weapons to justify US-backed atrocities.
4. Highlights evidence suggesting alleged chemical attacks in Syria were either carried out by insurgents or staged, criticizing the US media for ignoring this evidence.
5. Discusses Israeli involvement in pushing for intervention in Syria, including fabricating evidence of chemical attacks and promoting sanctions based on deception.
6. Criticizes US politicians like Rashida Tlaib for supporting these actions, such as extending sanctions on Syria, despite her efforts to advocate for Palestinians.
7. Points out instances where members of the "squad," like Ilhan Omar, have been influenced by pro-Israel lobbyists to change their positions.
8. Touches on issues of propaganda, normalization of violence, and challenges faced by Palestinian-American politicians in Congress.
9. Expresses empathy and appreciation for the person they are referring to but disagrees with their actions.
10. Emphasizes the need to speak out against harmful actions, especially when it affects the well-being of a particular group of people.

Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave discuss yesterday's Michigan Primary.

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Short Summary

1. The video discusses the results of the primary elections in Michigan, where President Biden won with 81% of the vote but faced significant protest votes with 133% of Democratic voters choosing to vote uncommitted.
2. Pro-Palestinian activists led protests against Biden's support for Israeli military operations in Gaza, with the Arab-American population in Dearborn, Michigan, also heavily voting uncommitted.
3. Reactions from Israeli and Hamas spokespeople regarding Biden's assertion of a potential ceasefire are mentioned.
4. Michael L. Roa, a former Special Assistant to President Biden, expresses concern over dissatisfaction in Michigan and the lack of enthusiasm among Democrats compared to Republicans, highlighting the importance of swing states like Michigan in determining election outcomes.
5. The speaker discusses whether Biden is responsive to concerns in Michigan, emphasizing Biden's empathy and efforts.
6. Americans if Trump wins the election are mentioned, with Biden believing that supporting Israel is in the best security interest of the United States.
7. The speaker questions whether it would be the fault of Palestinian and Arab Americans if Biden loses the election due to their lack of support for him.
8. The issue of genocide in Gaza and the US's support for Israel are also touched upon.
9. The speaker emphasizes the importance of elections having consequences and suggests that those who do not vote for Biden may need to take responsibility for the outcomes.
10. The speaker also criticizes Biden's lack of visibility and engagement with the public, suggesting that this has led to amplified mistakes and negative perceptions.

Founder of Racket News Matt Taibbi weighs in on the prospect of a possible second Donald Trump presidency.

Short Summary

1. The video transcript discusses the intelligence community's concerns about a potential second term for Donald Trump and how it could lead to the politicization of intelligence agencies.
2. Investigative journalist Matt Taibbi's recent reporting reveals that the CIA may have concealed evidence that Russia favored Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election.
3. The government is allegedly hiding documents that implicate the intelligence community in illegal spying and election tampering.
4. Taibbi's investigation suggests that Russia may have seen Clinton as a more manageable candidate, contrary to the narrative that Russia favored Trump.
5. The importance of considering the mixed picture of intelligence assessments and the potential manipulation of information for political purposes is highlighted.
6. Concerns are raised about potential bias of intelligence agencies towards Democrats and against Trump, questioning whether Trump's potential second term would actually threaten them.
7. The discussion also draws parallels to the WMD episode in 2002, suggesting that intelligence assessments can be manipulated to fit desired conclusions.
8. Caution is urged in believing reports of future election interference without concrete proof, and criticism is directed towards the politicization of intelligence agencies.

Yanis Varoufakis is an economist and author who served as Greek Finance Minister in the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crash. Since then, he has become one of the most sought after public speakers on the left.

He joined Aaron for a IRL edition of Downstream at EartH in Hackney, North-East London to talk about China, Gaza and the new cold war being waged in 'the cloud'

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Intro
• 03:03 2023 for Yanis
• 05:36 Israel and Palestine
• 13:45 The Problem With Liberals
• 24:45 Is The US a Dying Empire?
• 35:49 China, Russia and Iran
• 43:51 The New Cold War
• 55:45 Nordsteam and Germany
• 1:04:04 Novara Germany Wouldn’t Be Possible
• 1:06:23 Banning Fascists Doesn’t Work

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Journalist Kevin Gosztola talks about the case against Julian Assange, the West’s double standard towards Navalny and Assange, what Julian revealed about Israel and more.

At a critical hearing this week in London, lawyers for imprisoned WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange asked the British High Court of Justice to grant him a new appeal in what is likely his last chance to avoid extradition to the United States, where he faces a 175-year prison sentence for publishing classified documents that exposed U.S. war crimes in Iraq and Afghanistan. Assange’s lawyer, Jennifer Robinson, says the judges were receptive to their arguments that Assange could face the death penalty in the U.S. and that an extradition would set a dangerous precedent for press freedom. “If Julian is extradited and goes on trial under the Espionage Act, this is a case which is going to set precedent which criminalizes journalistic activity and will be used against the rest of the media.” A ruling in the case is not expected until next month at the earliest.

Due Dissidence is a multimedia one-stop shop for left politics and gallows humor in written, audio, and video form.

Short Summary

1. Congressman Thomas Massie tweeted about a bipartisan letter urging President Biden to drop the prosecution of Julian Assange.
2. Concerns were raised about Assange's pending extradition to the US and the charges he faces under the Espionage Act for publishing classified documents.
3. The letter was signed by a mix of Progressive Democrats and libertarian Republicans, showcasing bipartisan support for the cause.
4. Importance of public pressure in influencing politicians' actions was highlighted, rather than just the shifting tide of popular opinion on the issue.
5. Politicians from different ideological backgrounds coming together to support the letter emphasized the bipartisan nature of the Assange case.
6. Discussion shifted to Julian Assange's poor treatment in prison and the uncertainty surrounding his future.
7. Concern was expressed for Assange's failing health and the psychological torture he has endured over the years.
8. Need for awareness and action to address Assange's situation was stressed.
9. Lack of evidence of a crime in a situation where hacking charges were initially attempted but failed due to the absence of hacked materials was mentioned.
10. Focus has shifted to the sensitivity of leaked information and the potential criminalization of journalism if publishing such material is deemed a crime.

Bernie Sanders needs no introduction. Ash caught up with the senator to talk about his new book 'It's OK To Be Angry About Capitalism', the speed of political change and whether what is happening in Gaza constitutes a genocide.

'It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism' is out now with Penguin Books.

• 00:00 - How Angry Should We Be About Capitalism?
• 01:45 - Should The Oligarchs Be In Jail?
• 03:23 - What Is Freedom?
• 05:11 - What's So Important About Trade Unions?
• 07:20 - Is Being In a Trade Union Good For the Soul?
• 08:30 - The Dangers of AI
• 10:10 - The Speed of Political Change
• 12:03 - Is Israel Committing a Genocide in Gaza?
• 14:40 - Would You Back A Boycott of Israel?
• 15:30 - Should British / US Citizens Be Able to Fight in the IDF?
• 16:00 - Should Julian Assange Be Protected?
• 16:30 - Trump / Biden

Pro-Palestinian activists approach U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders in Dublin following his stance perceived as supporting actions akin to genocide.

System Update is a LIVE prime-time news show hosted by award-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald.

Glenn Edward Greenwald is an American journalist, author, and former lawyer. In 1996, Greenwald founded a law firm concentrating on First Amendment litigation. He began blogging on national security issues in October 2005, when he was becoming increasingly concerned with what he viewed as attacks on civil liberties by the George W.

Short Summary

1. The speaker discusses Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, who revolutionized journalism by publishing large-scale leaks exposing government corruption and war crimes.
2. The Obama Administration, led by Hillary Clinton, attempted to prosecute Assange for his releases but ultimately decided against it to avoid implicating mainstream media outlets like The New York Times and The Guardian.
3. The Trump Administration, particularly through Mike Pompeo, actively sought to destroy WikiLeaks and Assange, resulting in Assange's indictment under the Espionage Act.
4. Despite objections from civil liberties and press freedom groups, the Biden Administration has continued the prosecution, with Assange remaining imprisoned in the UK while fighting extradition to the US.
5. Assange faces charges under the Espionage Act of 1917, raising concerns for press freedom.
6. The video transcript discusses Assange's legal battle to avoid extradition to the United States, highlighting the significance of his case in relation to WikiLeaks' work and the US government's response.
7. The importance of how society treats its dissidents as a measure of freedom is emphasized, using examples of Alexei Navalny in Russia and Julian Assange.
8. The speaker argues that Assange's actions as a journalist should be protected under the First Amendment and criticizes the dangers of the US government's indictment of Assange, setting a precedent for criminalizing journalistic work.
9. The importance of encryption for protecting sources and the dangers of prosecuting journalists under the Espionage Act, using Assange's case as an example, are highlighted.
10. The speaker criticizes Western media for not standing up against government repression of journalists and contrasts their reactions to incidents in Russia versus those in their own countries, emphasizing the need to protect press freedom and understand the underlying reasons for such actions to prevent manipulation and justify immoral acts.

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Economist Richard Wolff explains our class society.

Robby Soave and Briahna Joy Gray discuss reports the U.K. could halt weapons shipments to Israel should the IDF continue its siege of Rafah.

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1. The video transcript discusses tensions over a planned Israeli ground invasion of Rafa and Southern Gaza, with the UK considering suspending arms exports to Israel.
2. Multiple world governments express concerns about continuing to fund Israel due to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country.
3. Israeli airstrikes in Rafa have killed Palestinians and destroyed crucial infrastructure, including hospitals.
4. Reports of Israeli forces firing on a food convoy in Gaza to block it from entering Palestinian territory, despite a prior agreement on the convoy's route.
5. A report submitted to the UN details Hamas's use of mass rape as a weapon of war during terrorist attacks.
6. Instances of rape as intentional tactics used by Hamas in various locations are cited in report.
7. Credible reports of sexual assault and executions by Israeli soldiers of Palestinians, leading to denouncement by UN Human Rights experts.
8. The discussion highlights the shifting narratives around the October 7th events, with widespread reports of sexual assault and mistreatment, including evidence of Israeli soldiers posting degrading photos on social media.
9. The speaker questions the justification of the high death toll in Gaza, comparing it to the Rwandan genocide, and criticizes the focus on the barbarity of the attacks to justify the actions taken.
10. [Robby] emphasizes the need to eliminate terrorist organizations like Hamas while taking precautions to protect innocent lives, even though it is challenging due to their presence within civilian populations. Surrender and exile are suggested as potential solutions to end the conflict.

“When the West talks about everything, it’s liberal, secular, democratic. Only when it comes to Israel, it’s biblical.”

During an interview with the BBC aired on 16 February, Egyptian-American comedian Bassem Youssef criticised the West’s support for Israel and emphasised that as an American citizen he wants US President Joe Biden to lose the 2024 presidential election over his pro-Israel policies and refusal to end the war on Gaza.

Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave react to John Stewart's recent commentary on Tucker Carlson.

Short Summary

1. Late night comedians, including John Stewart, criticized Tucker Carlson for his positive review of Russia, accusing him of failing to understand the darker side of the Russian State.
2. Chris Cuomo commented on the segment, pointing out the hypocrisy of Democrats who were upset with Stewart for criticizing Biden but cheered when he made fun of Carlson.
3. Tucker defended himself against accusations of being a tool of the Kremlin, sharing a story about Boris Johnson demanding a million dollars for an interview.
4. The discussion touched on the importance of public transportation as a government-run service that should be efficient and beneficial to taxpayers.
5. Stewart was criticized for praising Moscow's subway system, with the argument that having poor public transportation is not a price of freedom but a public service that should be well-maintained and accessible to all.
6. The conversation highlighted the need for realistic assessments of different countries' living conditions and infrastructure.
7. Comparisons were made between the average American home size and indoor plumbing availability compared to Russia.
8. The speaker discussed food costs and income allocation towards food purchases in Russia.
9. The importance of historical movements leading to public infrastructure development and income equality measures like Medicare and Social Security was emphasized.

In this compelling video, Yanis Varoufakis articulates the significance of Julian Assange's possible extradition decision by Britain's High Court on February 20th and 21st. This moment will be a trial for the very soul of Britain's judicial system and its commitment to upholding press freedom and human rights across the globe.

Assange's case is a litmus test for our collective resolve to fight against the shadows cast by governmental misdeeds and the pivotal role of journalism in bringing them to light. Yanis Varoufakis calls upon each of us — citizens, politicians, and organisations alike — to not only voice our support for Assange during these critical days but to continue our vigilance and advocacy regardless of the outcome.

This video is a call to uphold the principles of transparency, justice, and dignity. Let us seize the day and ensure that our actions today write a history that future generations will look back upon with pride. Join DiEM25 in this pivotal fight for the cornerstone of democracy: Julian's freedom and the freedom of the press.

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This week's episode of Economic Update hosted by Professor Richard Wolff, we discuss Germany's recession, California fast-food workers unionize, How the war in Ukraine boosts US stock market, corporate stock holdings, while hurting most wage/salary incomes, In addition we ask what lessons from the protest/revolt of European farmers? Finally, the ongoing exposing of major injustices of the US federal tax system (tax exemptions for schools, churches, hospitals, and charities and social security's flat tax system)

Timestamps:

• 01:34: Discussion on German economy, California worker organizing, Ukraine war impact, and European farmer protests.
• 4:59: Impact of sanctions on German energy dependence on Russia.
• 9:26: Victory for Fast Food Workers: New Union Secures $20 Minimum Wage and Job Protections
• 13:56: Government's tax policies favoring farmers and compromising environmental safety to address rising food prices.
• 17:56: Challenges faced by early settlers in New England due to taxation disparities for churches.
• 22:35: Tax exemption for religious institutions leads to unfair burden on individuals and taxpayers.
• 27:11: Tax loopholes benefit the rich, perpetuating wealth inequality and shifting tax burden to others.

In lieu of the release of the documentary In The Eye of the Storm: The Political Odyssey of Yanis Varoufakis, Oli was joined by economist and former finance minister of Greece Yanis Varoufakis for a wide ranging interview.

Yanis sat down to discuss the downfall of capitalism and Western hegemony, the Labour Party's shunt to the right, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Defamation (Hebrew: השמצה‎; translit. Hashmatsa) is a 2009 documentary film by award-winning filmmaker Yoav Shamir. It examines antisemitism and, in particular, the way perceptions of antisemitism affect Israeli and U.S. politics. A major focus of the film is the Anti-Defamation League. Defamation won Best Documentary Feature Film at the 2009 Asia Pacific Screen Awards.

Katie talks to Jewish American filmmakers Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen and Jewish American activist Simone Zimmerman as they discuss their controversial documentary "Israelism" about the way young Jews are rejecting zionism. In this clip they share why older Zionists are so scared of young Jewish activists who reject Israel.

Erin Axelman is a queer Jewish filmmaker based out of Massachusetts. They are the co-director and producer of "Israelism," which is their directorial debut.

Sam Eilertsen is the co-director and director of photography of "Israelism." They are the co-founder of Tikkun Olam Productions, and the director of the upcoming projects Generation Green New Deal and Vs Goliath.

Simone Zimmerman is a progressive Jewish activist originally from Los Angeles. She is a co-founder of IfNotNow, the former head of B'tselem US, and currently works with Diaspora Alliance on issues of antisemitism and Palestinian rights.

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The Rwandan genocide that saw 800,000 people slaughtered marks its 25-year anniversary.

April 7 was the start of Rwanda’s most violent 100 days - Hutu extremists massacred the Tutsi minority with machetes in hand.

The 1994 Rwandan genocide is considered the hallmark example of violence that was ignored by the international community.

But how far how we come since then? Are we still ignoring the world's worst atrocities? Emanuela Campanella explains. ___

Former U.S. president Bill Clinton admitted that if the U.S. had gone into Rwanda sooner following the start of the 1994 genocide, at least a third or roughly 300,000 lives could have been saved.

Speaking to CNBC Meets' Tania Bryer, Clinton explained that the failure of his administration to act during the genocide, which claimed the lives of around a million Rwandans, was one of the reasons behind the establishment of the Clinton Foundation.