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Is Netanyahu's Government Going in the Wrong Direction?
Benjamin Netanyahu is the longest-serving prime minister in Israel’s history. After five elections happening in four years, Israeli voters re-elected him in November 2022 where he established a new government while on trial for corruption…
With Jeremy Ben-Ami, Caroline Glick

Should Certain Books Ever Be Banned in School?
In Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis passed a state education reform package meant to restrict certain books and how gender, sexuality, and race are taught in public schools. In Texas, school administrators restricted access to more…
With Yascha Mounk, Chris Rufo

What does it mean to "win" an argument?
How can we argue in good faith?  How can we communicate with confidence?  How can we uncover new ideas through the art of debate?  Journalist, broadcaster, and best-selling author Mehdi Hasan has made a career…
With Mehdi Hasan

Is Carbon Capture Essential to Fighting Climate Change?
When it comes to carbon dioxide, last year was a record year. The world emitted more of the climate-warming gas in 2022 than in any year since scientists began recording levels in 1900. The culprit,…
With Mark Z. Jacobson, Katherine Romanak

Is Florida Eating New York's Lunch?
Last year was a banner year for those trading the New York chill for the Florida sun. Thirty-nine percent of Empire Staters packed up and moved to the Sunshine State, more than any year in…
With Bill de Blasio, Reihan Salam

Is The Banking System Safer Than It Was in 2008?
Silicon Valley Bank. Signature Bank. Credit Suisse. The global banking system may be facing its most significant crisis since 2008. Some say eroding regulations, sharp interest rate rises, and the uncertain crypto landscape ring serious…
With Jason Furman, Gillian Tett
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