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Scholar @AssalRad joins me for an in-depth discussion of the biased media narratives shapinh perceptions of the ongoing crisis in Gaza and the broader geopolitical landscape. Assal, known for her incisive commentary, is the author of “Don’t Say Palestine.” In this episode she dives deep into the power of language in journalism. She discusses how subtle shifts in wording can alter the meaning of tragic events and why this matters now more than ever. You’ll hear her perspective on the recent surge of misinformation and the chilling effects of media bias, particularly in the wake of the Gaza conflict. Also in the episode, I discuss signs of hope that the corrupt Democratic Party leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer are being driven out of their posts by angry voters.

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is a corrupt oligarch who seems far more engaged with destroying the Iranian economy than repairing the American one. His party and his patron were slaughtered by American voters on Nov. 3. Now comes news that Iran is gearing up to assassinate him. In the latest totally free episode of badlands, I assess the allegation that Tehran is scheming to snuff out the life of the openly gay 64-year-old financier. I discuss the history of Iran’s overseas assassination campaigns and current capabilities. Are IRGC kill teams are already sneaking across the border to take out Bessent, or is just another piece of propaganda or twisted intelligence to raise tensions between Tehran and Washington?

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I feel like lefty wine moms are the unsung heroes of the 2026 election

Who “attacked” the hospital? Was it an alien from outer space? Was it Godzilla? This isn’t good writing. This isn’t good journalism. Do better @nytimes

Cc: @AssalRad