12 chapters across the catalog
Tens of thousands of protesters marched in London for the 13th national demonstration for Palestine, with significant involvement from UK Labour Party members. The movement is putting pressure on the British government regarding arms sales to Israel and potential breaches of international law, while internal Jewish groups within the march call for an immediate ceasefire.
Students at Columbia University established a "Gaza Solidarity Encampment" to demand the university divest from companies with ties to Israel. The protests led to mass arrests and suspensions, which participants claim has only galvanized the movement. The hosts argue that these campus "struggle sessions" serve as a distraction from the underlying geopolitical and resource-driven motivations of the conflict.
European Union Reaches New Migration and Solidarity Pact
The European Union has reached a compromise on a new migration deal that centralizes asylum procedures and reinforces external borders. A key component is "compulsory solidarity," which requires member states to either accept a quota of migrants or provide a financial contribution to the bloc.
An estimated 300,000 people marched in London for the seventh consecutive week to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The Palestine Solidarity Campaign, supported by political figures like Jeremy Corbyn, is identified as a primary organizer. Meanwhile, protests in Israel have targeted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence, with demonstrators calling for his removal.
Harvard Student Doxxing Truck and Campus Tensions
A digital billboard truck at Harvard University displayed the names and faces of students who signed a statement holding Israel responsible for the violence. The hosts discuss the backlash against student groups and claims that some campus organizations are funded by Iranian interests. They critique the lack of historical context among university protesters.
Solidarity Contribution, Fossil Fuel Company Windfall Tax
Fossil fuel companies face a "solidarity contribution" to help mitigate the energy crisis, as their profits have also spiked. The funds collected from oil and gas companies are intended for redistribution to households and investment in clean energy sources. The terminology is criticized as being socialist in nature.
President Biden invoked the history of the Solidarity movement and Pope John Paul II during his address in Poland. He emphasized a "rules-based order" in opposition to "brute force," though critics point to domestic lockdowns and the freezing of assets as contradictions to these stated democratic principles.
David Brooks, Social Solidarity and Emotional Response
Columnist David Brooks appeared on PBS from Annapolis, appearing visibly emotional while discussing the need for "social solidarity" and leadership empathy. He praised the acts of regular people helping the elderly but expressed deep concern over the low levels of trust in American institutions during the crisis.
A review of the 2020 presidential field highlights third-party candidates such as Brian Carroll and Howie Hawkins. Satirical candidate Vermin Supreme is featured for his platform of "free thought, clean smiles, and ponies." Supreme, known for wearing a boot on his head, uses humor to protest the "tyrannical duopoly" and the police state, maintaining a presence on various state ballots.
International Women's Day and "A Day Without A Woman"
Organizers of the Women's March called for a "Day Without a Woman" strike on March 8th, urging women to take the day off and avoid shopping. The hosts point out a logical inconsistency in the instructions, which encourage shopping only at women-owned businesses while simultaneously calling for all women to stop working. They characterize the movement as being led by "middle-class white women" and criticize the racial undertones of the strike's logistics.
Indigenous Land Rights, Black Lives Matter, and Alcatraz Occupation
On Democracy Now!, representatives from Black Lives Matter and Canadian indigenous groups discuss solidarity in the face of police violence. The hosts recall the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz by Native Americans and discuss the recurring cycle of indigenous land rights movements in North America.
Berlin Exile, German History and Courage is Contagious
Jacob Applebaum and Laura Poitras have relocated to Berlin, citing the city's historical understanding of surveillance and secret police actions. Applebaum's speech invoked the memory of the Stasi to call for international solidarity with American whistleblowers. The segment criticizes the decision to live abroad while claiming "courage is contagious," suggesting the move is an insult to those remaining in the United States.
