Freedom Over Fascism Fireside Chats: My recent conversations are critical to understanding the MAGA Murder Regime, AntiSemitism, Fighting for Freedom, Power and Control, Risk Analysis and more

Here's a list of my recent conversations to help navigate this moment.

Hi friends,

I’m realizing that with all the activity on Substack, a firehose of information and insight, sometimes its hard to keep track of conversations that help us understand our moment, separate and apart from breaking news. So here’s a list of some of my recent conversations with a brief explanation of why it’s important.

Treb Courie: Military Following Unlawful Orders

Rabbi Sandra Lawson : On Being Jewish American and Fighting for Democracy

This was my first conversation in my Being Jewish-American mini-series, in which I hope to explore more of the nuances of being Jewish, American, and an advocate for freedom and democracy.

Dr. Debra Shushan on the American Jewish Community and its Fractures. They discuss the historical context, the impact of October 7th, and the divisions within the community regarding support for Israel and the Palestinian cause. The conversation delves into the narratives that shape identity, the role of education, and the generational differences in perspectives on Israel. They also touch on the political dynamics influencing the conflict and the broader implications for American democracy.

Anat Shenker-Osorio I spoke with Anat Shenker-Osorio about the current political climate, the importance of narrative control, and the need for accountability in leadership.

Heather Cronk on activating 15 million ex-evangelicals, Christian Nationalist Zionism and it’s deep antisemitism, and the authoritarian nature of Evangelical Christianity.

Amanda Litman of Run For Something and I discuss the importance of local leadership and the impact of young, diverse candidates in politics, as well as the necessity of rebuilding democracy from the local on up. Run For Something has 250,000 new candidates for office in their pipeline.

William A. Finnegan discusses the current state of global power dynamics, the erosion of institutional frameworks, and the implications of U.S. foreign policy on international relations. He emphasizes the unpredictability of U.S. actions and the resulting shifts in global risk perception.

Zahra Amanpour on resistance to the Iranian Islamic regime, women’s leading role in protest and resistance organizations, and the murder the Islamic Regime is perpetrating on the ground in Iran.