Sasha I honestly don't know much about what you're talking about. I'm conservative but I don't follow any of the people you discuss. They're not really reporters who give me what I want - news - but "influencers" who give me what I couldn't care less about, their own opinions.
Here is my take: Anyone from the so-called "right" who is antisemitic or anti-Israel can go to Hell. They are excommunicated from the GOP and anyone legitimately calling themselves "conservative". They can go vote with the satanic Democrats in every election from herein as they are surely not embracing America's ideals. I want nothing to do with the a$$holes who turn on the Israeli defenders of democracy and western ideals. We do not need their votes or support, and this includes Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, MTG and even Jewish Glenn Greenwald and Bernie Sanders, who have sold out their own people.
Yes but what do you mean by "western ideals"? It's not a rhetorical question, as I doubt you and, for instance, Keir Starmer, would give the same answer.
So I keep it simple. I'm interested in America. "The west", including Israel, not so much. I have nothing against Israel or the rest of the west, mind, except this. For all of the past half a century, my earnings have been taxed and distributed to "the west". My hope is that my posterity will get to keep more of their money than I have been permitted to keep. "The west" (including Israel) have been a financial drain since I have been alive. The aid always flows one way. That is what interests me far more than appeals to a mythological west that has been a permanent mendicant and no longer embodies very many of the "ideals" I once thought it meant.
"Western ideals" are objective, not subjective. So while Keir Starmer can make any claims he wants, just like Democrats constantly do with their false narratives, I can point directly to the source of Western ideals, namely the American Constitution and the Federalist Papers that support it with source material from European Reformation era philosophers like John Locke and Christian and Jewish theology (Leviticus - the law) before that. The essence of "Western Ideals" is that God made man in "his" own image and gave man free-will (independence) and mastery over his (man's) domain, so long as it respects the rights / independence of others. It is pretty simple, really. Here is a 3rd party source that makes the same points I do: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_values
Perpetual mendicancy - by Europe, Israel, or anyone else claiming to be part of the western tradition -is not a western ideal. That is my point. Does that clear it up?
America-First does NOT mean America-Only. Where did you get that idea? Trump is not about that and neither am I, or most of the conservative movement in America. We live on a planet with a lot of trade and global social interaction
And Sasha and this Israeli Cult in here says that it's CARLSON who's "obsessed" with Isreal. Seriously?
Literally EVERY piece that Sasha has written lately has Isreal, or Shapiro in it or some Isreal connection. It's bizarre. She's even bringing it into her Hollywood Woketopia Substack,
roasting Tucker and Megyn. They defend EVERYTHING Isreal like there aren't any Jewish people who disagree with their government and their wars and propaganda. The propaganda and their media take over is MASSIVE.
Isreal can do what they want as far as I'm concerned. Just don't drag the United States into it. Make Trump, Trump again.
I have every right to criticize any religion despite being called anti semitic as Christianity often is. So fuck them. Every religion has a right to exist and be properly criticized as we like. We’re a republic and our Constitution is avowedly Christian. Not Judeo Christian. We have no reference to Jesus in our documents, just God.
You make the point that Jesus is not referenced in our Constitution, nor in the formative philosophies behind it (found in the Federalist Papers). That is why we can safely say "Judeo-Christian" since Christian philosophy without Jesus is identical to Jewish philosophy, which is not surprising since Jesus and the disciples were all Jews and the New Testament is about Jesus' teaching of the Torah.
As a Christian converted to Judaism I have studied the life of Jesus, as much as it can be studied since there is no independent corroboration of the New Testament, not even the Roman scribe and Jew, Josephus, who was a contemporary at the time of the destruction of the 2nd Temple in 70CE and whose writings were preserved through history. I have never seen one reference to Jesus as Druze. As Sally points, out Druze is a derivative of Islam which wasn't founded until 610CE by Muhammed and so pretty tough for Jesus to have been Druze. According to the New Testament, Jesus was a Galilean Jew who studied the Torah, as many smart and curious Jews did in that time. He required formal training in the Jerusalem Temple to learn to read, and likely write, in Aramaic, the language of that time. He likely became an Essene, or at least Essene-adjacent based on his teachings as compared to the ascetism of the Essenes, as we know from the Dead Sea Scrolls which they wrote in the time of Jesus. They were peace-loving hermits or like later-day Benedictines. There is no proof of any of this, other than the Bible. So you can speculate as you see fit.
The esoteric story of Druze is incorrectly told. Its teachings go back farther than is widely understood. There’s a reason for their secretive nature, as they are widely persecuted not for their faith but for the traditions they hold.
I too do not listen to the podcasts of any of these influencers. They tend to regurgitate they same talking points as the other podcasters. Occasionally one will be the originator of the talking point, but it's still a talking point.
I read articles like Sasha's where she gives her CLEARLY STATED opinion and the information that lead her to that opinion. From there I am given the opportunity to do my own research further into the topic if I want, and form my own opinion.
I honestly believe these so-called conservatives who are bashing the Jewish community are forgetting that Israel has ALWAYS been our ally in the middle east. They conveniently ignore the FACT that the regime in iran has been calling for "death to America" and death to Israel" for nearly 50 years. America and Israel have a common enemy in the Islamic terrorists from that part of the world. It is also my OPINION that many of these people bashing the Jewish people are simply jealous they are not as good in business as the Jews. For whatever reason they think that Jewish people having money THAT THEY EARNED is somehow a bad or evil thing.
Bottom line os many of these detractors are simply looking for clicks to boost their popularity and to stroke their egos.
It's an unfortunate fact that Islam is intrinsically committed to destroying the other belief systems. Quite like Marxism. Blaming Israel is truly DARVO.
If they took Israel, they'd still want, detest, and attack Europe and America. I recommend studying Raymond Ibrahim. These conclusions are straightforward from Islamic scriptures, accepted interpretations, history, and modern statements and actions (which reference the former). Especially the Palestinian movement.
They are not particularly debatable or subtle; they are explicitly stated and celebrated by Islam itself. Mohammad explicitly invoked these attitudes and commands. (For example, jihad isn't just the highest form of piety...shirking jihad is an egregious sin.)
Those siding against Israel may as well be siding with the CCP against Taiwan.
Islam wants us dead. I don’t give a shit who else gets supported but these psychopaths must not get another foothold in this country. White Christian’s and Jews are hard targets for them. We must fight like hell for our own survival.
Some truth to that. Although I don't believe all Islamic people are bad, I do not want Islamic culture and beliefs to take hold in the U.S.A. because it would create even more violence and fraud than we've witnessed recently.
What is the difference between the bad Muslims and the good ones? Good ones speak out and defend their, America, country even against other Muslims. There just seems to be a dearth of good ones. Although the more appropriate answer is, we don't hear from them because the MSM is too afraid to put them on the air.,
To be a "good Muslim" is to put your life at risk, along with your family's. There are imams who will proclaim a fatwa against you as a "good Muslim". Have you noticed how Zuhdi Jasser, who used to be very public with his support for "good Muslims" has disappeared from the airwaves? Why do you think that is? There is also Ayaan Hirsi Ali, whose life is always at risk. That is what happens when you admit you are a "good Muslim" and support Israel
Which just postpones the inevitable. If you don't fight and defeat them now, they slaughter you when they take over. Iran is a perfect example. Look what the did with 47 years. And now, those hid and allowed them to do might eventually feel their rath. Face it, except for Israel, and only if Republicans are in charge. Iran could run the world. Personally, I'd tell the world, we will be gone from Hormuz in two weeks, who ever is the strongest will end up in charge. Do you really think Europe has the fortitude or military infrastructure to fight for Hormuz and win? How much more powerful will China and Russia become. It will affect us the least. But yet, we are defending the weak who have not, nor has been able to defend themselves. And the reason they are so weak is by choice. Ironic, we chose to defend so many that won't defend themselves yet catch all the crap. In any case, the Iranians may have just screwed royally when they attacked their neighbors who had also taken advantage of the 47 years. But the irony to me is, how some say Islam is a religion of peace. Yet, they don't have the fortitude nor courage to prove those words true. Are the good guys more numerous than the bad guys?
Civility and morality have never won a war. So for the self righteous, moralist elites, remember what happened to the educated elites and other elites in Cambodia. That will be your fate if the USA quits and goes home. And that is one piece of history that is applicable to the world today.
Anyone who attacks Israel and Jews over their defense of the Israeli homeland has aligned themselves with radical Islam. I do know Muslims who can separate their religion from our country, our laws and traditions, as all other religions do. But radical Islam is orthodox in that they follow the Quran literally and seek the death or conversion of everyone in the world. They also have this funny idea that if they can own property in a place, including in America, that land is forever after the property of Islam and will be forced to observe Sharia law no matter what our Constitution has to say. This includes ALL of the West which does not acknowledge this claim. America better get ready to fight back against this claim and the violence that accompanies it. Europe is already lost.
I whole heartedly agree with Brian M on this one. Anyone who has lived in a Muslim country for any length of time knows this. And I’m not talking about Qatar or Dubai, either. Try Libya first over a decade. I left the Middle East because I was tired of living somewhere it would be applauded if I was dragged out of my car and beaten, simply because I’m a woman. I saw that happen, and much worse…
Who is this 'Islam' fellow Burnt taco? Does he/she/they have an address? Is it the people and government of Indonesia? The very government that had national holiday yesterday for the Ascension of Jesus Christ? The way you and other people paint an entire faith group with distain is the other end of the horseshoe for those that dislike all Joos.
It is a serious issue. My take on Nigeria is that the fighting has less to do with religious differences and more to do with oil. Nigeria has the 10th largest oil reserves in the world, and most of its pumped out of south Nigeria, where the majority of Christian population lives. Did you also know that last year, Nigeria was the largest recipient of China Belt & Road loan aid in the world? $25B worth. As it were, Venezuela used to be largest recipient of this Beijing aid, with strings attached. Those strings are China getting paid back for those loans in discounted oil sales AND just as importantly, those sales done in CNY (non-US dollars). This is the reason why USA has its attention on Nigeria (and Venezuela before that). Any country that tries to sell oil in non-USD gets the stink eye from USA. Because when you don't buy in US dollars, it means that country doesn't keep US dollars as its central bank reserve currency. And when that doesn't occur, then that country doesn't buy US debt. And when countries stop buying US debt, that becomes an existential threat to US spending (on Defense, Social Security, Medicare, SNAP, etc.). Here's a list of those who tried to sell their oil in non-USD in my lifetime. What do they all have in common? They are either dead or in prison: Gaddafi, Saddam, Maduro, Supreme Loser. Nigeria doesn't want to be added to this list. So, that situation is being 'sold' to you being about 'Muslims vs. Christians'. And if you believe it, be my guest. That's not how I see it.
‘Drugs’ were excuse to seize Venezuela oil away from China. Did you think it was really about drugs? ‘Protecting Christians from Muslims’ is the red meat hung in front of masses for also controlling Nigeria oil (in terms of pressuring Nigeria to only sell their Texas Tea in USD). I don’t mind it, I just see thru the propaganda that is peddled.
Christians are being slaughtered by Islamists, a trend around the world where the Christians do not have the military power to defend themselves. There is zero doubt about that. Why can't both things be true? I am sure the Boko Haram ISIS affiliates want access to the money that oil sales can generate. It was the same with ISIS taking control of the Mosul oil fields and exterminating the local Yazidis and Kurds (who are Muslims, just not the right flavor).
My point is that use of US military power only coincides with ‘protecting Christians’ when there is something economically strategic at hand to America. And in case of Nigeria, its oil and China. For Venezuela the pretext was ‘drugs’ but reason was also oil and China. Same w/ US BlackRock taking control of Panama Canal and removal of Hong Kong / PRC company, CK Hutchinson. In other cases, there is no ‘moral’ pretext and the pushback is stronger (such as Greenland). But this also has to do with natural resources and US blue water navy control of any future NW passage (oil) along that route.
Can I suggest that average Americans don’t care about Tucker, MTG, Candace, Megyn, and other assorted whiny $$ grabbing folks that claimed to be MAGA/Conservative.
Pres Trump and his brilliant cabinet are doing a superlative job dealing with global threats (like Iran), reducing crime to historically low levels, reducing drug imports and Cartel power, achieving energy dominance, growing Capital investment (which will fuel many more jobs, as shown in April employment nos and that rarity, an UPWARDS revision of the prior month figures), attacking rampant Fraud and the rogue NGO network that fuels the Dem/Radical class, improving health and de-weaponizing Health via RFKJr and his team, and working to put some spine in the rest of the Republican party (it is better, though we need to pass the Save ACT). While you were distracted more than 4MM illegals were deported or left voluntarily.
Patience is not a strong suit for the Left and many on our side. I say, LTMW (Let the Man work) and don’t give air to the MSM and their incessant attacks. Ignore the various turncoats (if we do, their following and $$ will decline).
As an average non partisan citizens, I left Tucker and Candace a long time ago. Megyn no so long ago. Of course I also left Rush long before he passed. And I might as well add, I left the Republicans first.
Its a good point. I disengaged the Republican party 20 years ago. I have been a conservative independent ever since. I have voted for non-Republicans, like Jesse Ventura for MN governor in 2002. Party membership means nothing to me
I don’t think most people know anything about Candace Owens and MTG and all those crazy anti-Israel ranting by very online people. I’ve never heard a single conversation, directly or indirectly where it was mentioned even in passing. At least here in the South, life is normal, businesses and the economy are booming, girls dress like they used to in the 80s and boys look preppy. I haven’t seen a trans person anywhere in at least 6 mos. I know your livelihood is online but (at least outside of blue areas) life seems pretty normal.
I'm in Western North Carolina. We have an abundance of trans people, and blue hair, and nose rings. And Asheville looks more like California every day.
They are basically just grifters who are whores for clicks and money. China and Qatar have lots of money, Jew hatred gets lots of clicks and Trump will be gone in 2 years, so they took the money and overnight became TDS Trump haters and Israel obsessed Jew haters.
Hopefully to never return. These people like Candace, Tucker, and Meghan are so inconsequential. Who wants to spend time listening to their ridiculous opinions and questions. Most don’t have the time nor the desire. Their voices even get on my nerves. Tucker’s stupid laugh when so out of context is awful. I only see clips of videos and even then just a minimum portion to be exhausted by their rants.
I feel the same way Ruth, but I also add Ben Shapiro to the same list. They way Ben talks I find condescending, perhaps how you feel about Tucker's girly laugh. Maybe Ben's audience is dropping because of his personality and delivery. I do not need or want any podcasters ginning up anxiety or outrage. They are not good for my mental health, or the friends and family whose company I enjoy.
Just remember, online is not representative of real life. MAGA are the men & women who work for a living, are raising families, and as George Bailey said, "...do most of the living & dying and paying the bills..." – and please believe me, they are well aware of the US' relationship to Israel and vice-versa, and we every bit MAGA today as we were more than a decade ago!
With my subscription I'm saying, "don't ever shut up, Sasha!"
As the magnitude of Trump's foreign policy victory unfolds, and gas prices plummet as predicted, these shrill gadflies will be dead and dry in the windowsill.
I am betting on Ed for the win! It appears that our combat warriors are not happy with the direction our country was going and are becoming involved at the highest levels. I, for one, am grateful.
Sasha, Tucker has gone around the bend. Candace was never all there. Megan is acting strange too. When you dwell on those, you go to an unhappy place. Your tone changes and gets much darker. Leave them to their craziness. Don’t take it as an invitation to join them. You are better than that. Your work is amazing.
I’m 87 & pride myself on being able to pretty much keep up with the world news. I have always been & still am a MAGA— I’m very pro Israel & believe in our friendship & alliance. Due to hearing problems I don’t listen to podcasts— just now & then when one is highlighted. I have been dismayed & frightened by the Tucker (used to love him on Fox & his columns), Megan, MTY, Owen’s, etc— what happened unless it’s money? I can only hope that many Trump supporters are like me & pretty much ignore their “sky is falling” hateful voices. I can think of nothing to do that wouldn’t make matters worse— they are ppl that are literally looking for a fight & I do hope Trump sticks with “no comment” & doesn’t react like we all know he can. Haha Don’t give them a minute’s of his time.
Check out Jeff Childers’ SubStack “COVID & Coffee”. He is the only one I read daily. He is a lawyer who gives the facts and even when things are gloomy, he sheds light on the silver lining.
I know zero conservative friends who pay any attention to these shysters. Its amazing how they all turned on a dime into antisemites and Trump haters at the same time.
Kinda like Bruce Jenner suddenly becoming a girl.
I doubt seriously that they will affect many votes.
Apparently, Tucker has lost a lot of American followers/viewers but has gained a big audience with Pakistani viewers in Pakistan. So now he is curating content for the Muslim world......
I love President Trump and I love how Pres Trump played Tucker!!! It is well known that Buckley (Tucker's son) who was working for Vance, was a Leaker. He was Leaking Classified info to his dad who was Passing it along to the Qataris and Iranian Islamic Regime. So in Feb, Trump invited Tucker over, assured him that he had no intention of hitting Iran, did a big Photo Op with Tucker on social media. Tucker told Iran: nothing to worry about! That's why 40 Top Iranian Islamic Regime leaders were meeting in open daylight, above ground, public meeting, without any fears. And that's why Israel was able to eliminate those bad guys. Thank you President Trump!!! And thank you to the Treasonous Spy Tucker Carlson!!!
Keep calling it out, Sasha. As a former Megyn fan, I wrote her emails expressing concern for her slide in to antisemitism. Not that I expected her to read or respond, but it was just important to me to call it like I see it. That’s why I appreciate you so much, you call it like you see it.
I disagree that she’s “slid into anti-Semitism.” That’s a slander & is inaccurate. She has come to vigorously oppose this war of choice & believes Netanyahu likely played a very large role in talking Trump into it. That’s hardly illogical or impossible. In fact it’s not far-fetched at all. For that, you label her an anti-Semite. That’s pathetic & below the belt.
Keep taking Sasha! This is a fever dream. No one and I repeat no one aside from those dedicated podcasters are talking about this. Or Israel or Epstein and nor will they when the war is almost over. These podcasters only get traction with the choir on the left and of course they amplify the fever dream that Israel is evil and MAGA is divided beyond repair. All of this is a farce and a majority of everyone understands because it makes no logical sense. Multitudes of writers Hanson, Shapiro, yourself all see the crazy logic these people are using and trust me the mainstream cant follow any of it either and they never talk about it. It’s shame there is so much money available to fuel the podcasters like oxygen. They are burning up in a mix of irrelevance.
Adding my thoughts on the midterms. The Democrats are so backward and illogical everyone sees it. These generic polls are so high because they are racking up votes in California and New York. It’ll be the same outcome as last midterms when we thought there would be a republican red wave. There will be very little movement this year as well towards the Dems, but it doesn’t take much to switch the House. No one wants the Dems. No one. Except for crazy delusional Dems in the bubble in the blue states racking up poll numbers. Dems could take the house because it’s razor thin so be ready but with all the redistricting it’s gonna be a wash. Trump is the leader and people vote for Trump or what he promotes not Megan, Candace or Tucker. No one is voting their crazy redux and rewind on their opinion. Right the Dems make complete sense now, I’m switching. It’s not happening. Stay calm, keep talking, Trump is always right eventually.
I did not vote for Trump in the 2016 primary. I did not take him seriously. But that November, there was no way in hell I would vote for Hillary Clinton. It's not just her, but all the flying monkeys that come with her. The Democrat bench is deep. But Donald Trump has been a wonderful surprise. Warts and all, he defends the average person. He has had the courage other Republicans have lacked. And all these people who are attacking Erica Kirk, Israel, and the Jews in general, are just filthy dirt bags. Candice, Tucker, and Megan are dead to me.
Sasha I honestly don't know much about what you're talking about. I'm conservative but I don't follow any of the people you discuss. They're not really reporters who give me what I want - news - but "influencers" who give me what I couldn't care less about, their own opinions.
Here is my take: Anyone from the so-called "right" who is antisemitic or anti-Israel can go to Hell. They are excommunicated from the GOP and anyone legitimately calling themselves "conservative". They can go vote with the satanic Democrats in every election from herein as they are surely not embracing America's ideals. I want nothing to do with the a$$holes who turn on the Israeli defenders of democracy and western ideals. We do not need their votes or support, and this includes Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, MTG and even Jewish Glenn Greenwald and Bernie Sanders, who have sold out their own people.
I would rather they not vote than vote with Democrats, or, as the President now terms them, Dumbocrats.
Yes but what do you mean by "western ideals"? It's not a rhetorical question, as I doubt you and, for instance, Keir Starmer, would give the same answer.
So I keep it simple. I'm interested in America. "The west", including Israel, not so much. I have nothing against Israel or the rest of the west, mind, except this. For all of the past half a century, my earnings have been taxed and distributed to "the west". My hope is that my posterity will get to keep more of their money than I have been permitted to keep. "The west" (including Israel) have been a financial drain since I have been alive. The aid always flows one way. That is what interests me far more than appeals to a mythological west that has been a permanent mendicant and no longer embodies very many of the "ideals" I once thought it meant.
"Western ideals" are objective, not subjective. So while Keir Starmer can make any claims he wants, just like Democrats constantly do with their false narratives, I can point directly to the source of Western ideals, namely the American Constitution and the Federalist Papers that support it with source material from European Reformation era philosophers like John Locke and Christian and Jewish theology (Leviticus - the law) before that. The essence of "Western Ideals" is that God made man in "his" own image and gave man free-will (independence) and mastery over his (man's) domain, so long as it respects the rights / independence of others. It is pretty simple, really. Here is a 3rd party source that makes the same points I do: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_values
Perpetual mendicancy - by Europe, Israel, or anyone else claiming to be part of the western tradition -is not a western ideal. That is my point. Does that clear it up?
It shows me you do not know what you are talking about. Clear on that
Nice job today, Brian M.!
It’s become an Israel-First crowd here; not America-First. Nearly all the America-First ones have left.
Look at the comments below. It's no wonder they're all leaving.
America-First does NOT mean America-Only. Where did you get that idea? Trump is not about that and neither am I, or most of the conservative movement in America. We live on a planet with a lot of trade and global social interaction
That's an understatement, Lib.
And Sasha and this Israeli Cult in here says that it's CARLSON who's "obsessed" with Isreal. Seriously?
Literally EVERY piece that Sasha has written lately has Isreal, or Shapiro in it or some Isreal connection. It's bizarre. She's even bringing it into her Hollywood Woketopia Substack,
roasting Tucker and Megyn. They defend EVERYTHING Isreal like there aren't any Jewish people who disagree with their government and their wars and propaganda. The propaganda and their media take over is MASSIVE.
Isreal can do what they want as far as I'm concerned. Just don't drag the United States into it. Make Trump, Trump again.
Kier Starmer doesn’t represent any Western ideals. We can just ignore that comment.
I have every right to criticize any religion despite being called anti semitic as Christianity often is. So fuck them. Every religion has a right to exist and be properly criticized as we like. We’re a republic and our Constitution is avowedly Christian. Not Judeo Christian. We have no reference to Jesus in our documents, just God.
You make the point that Jesus is not referenced in our Constitution, nor in the formative philosophies behind it (found in the Federalist Papers). That is why we can safely say "Judeo-Christian" since Christian philosophy without Jesus is identical to Jewish philosophy, which is not surprising since Jesus and the disciples were all Jews and the New Testament is about Jesus' teaching of the Torah.
The epitome of religious idiocy is their pretense he was “their King of the Jews” yet demanded he be crucified. He was Druze.
Druze began in 11th Century (1000 yrs after Christ) as an offshoot from Islam.
That’s what Wikipedia will tell you. Not true.
You do seem to be the expert on the epitome of religious idiocy.
Fuck off. - long held fact the Druze predated Jesus.
As a Christian converted to Judaism I have studied the life of Jesus, as much as it can be studied since there is no independent corroboration of the New Testament, not even the Roman scribe and Jew, Josephus, who was a contemporary at the time of the destruction of the 2nd Temple in 70CE and whose writings were preserved through history. I have never seen one reference to Jesus as Druze. As Sally points, out Druze is a derivative of Islam which wasn't founded until 610CE by Muhammed and so pretty tough for Jesus to have been Druze. According to the New Testament, Jesus was a Galilean Jew who studied the Torah, as many smart and curious Jews did in that time. He required formal training in the Jerusalem Temple to learn to read, and likely write, in Aramaic, the language of that time. He likely became an Essene, or at least Essene-adjacent based on his teachings as compared to the ascetism of the Essenes, as we know from the Dead Sea Scrolls which they wrote in the time of Jesus. They were peace-loving hermits or like later-day Benedictines. There is no proof of any of this, other than the Bible. So you can speculate as you see fit.
The esoteric story of Druze is incorrectly told. Its teachings go back farther than is widely understood. There’s a reason for their secretive nature, as they are widely persecuted not for their faith but for the traditions they hold.
What the hell does a foreign country have to do with American Conservatism?
I too do not listen to the podcasts of any of these influencers. They tend to regurgitate they same talking points as the other podcasters. Occasionally one will be the originator of the talking point, but it's still a talking point.
I read articles like Sasha's where she gives her CLEARLY STATED opinion and the information that lead her to that opinion. From there I am given the opportunity to do my own research further into the topic if I want, and form my own opinion.
I honestly believe these so-called conservatives who are bashing the Jewish community are forgetting that Israel has ALWAYS been our ally in the middle east. They conveniently ignore the FACT that the regime in iran has been calling for "death to America" and death to Israel" for nearly 50 years. America and Israel have a common enemy in the Islamic terrorists from that part of the world. It is also my OPINION that many of these people bashing the Jewish people are simply jealous they are not as good in business as the Jews. For whatever reason they think that Jewish people having money THAT THEY EARNED is somehow a bad or evil thing.
Bottom line os many of these detractors are simply looking for clicks to boost their popularity and to stroke their egos.
It's an unfortunate fact that Islam is intrinsically committed to destroying the other belief systems. Quite like Marxism. Blaming Israel is truly DARVO.
If they took Israel, they'd still want, detest, and attack Europe and America. I recommend studying Raymond Ibrahim. These conclusions are straightforward from Islamic scriptures, accepted interpretations, history, and modern statements and actions (which reference the former). Especially the Palestinian movement.
They are not particularly debatable or subtle; they are explicitly stated and celebrated by Islam itself. Mohammad explicitly invoked these attitudes and commands. (For example, jihad isn't just the highest form of piety...shirking jihad is an egregious sin.)
Those siding against Israel may as well be siding with the CCP against Taiwan.
What John said!!!!
Mega-dittos!
I agree I don’t listen to or particularly care about them at all.
Islam wants us dead. I don’t give a shit who else gets supported but these psychopaths must not get another foothold in this country. White Christian’s and Jews are hard targets for them. We must fight like hell for our own survival.
Some truth to that. Although I don't believe all Islamic people are bad, I do not want Islamic culture and beliefs to take hold in the U.S.A. because it would create even more violence and fraud than we've witnessed recently.
What is the difference between the bad Muslims and the good ones? Good ones speak out and defend their, America, country even against other Muslims. There just seems to be a dearth of good ones. Although the more appropriate answer is, we don't hear from them because the MSM is too afraid to put them on the air.,
To be a "good Muslim" is to put your life at risk, along with your family's. There are imams who will proclaim a fatwa against you as a "good Muslim". Have you noticed how Zuhdi Jasser, who used to be very public with his support for "good Muslims" has disappeared from the airwaves? Why do you think that is? There is also Ayaan Hirsi Ali, whose life is always at risk. That is what happens when you admit you are a "good Muslim" and support Israel
Which just postpones the inevitable. If you don't fight and defeat them now, they slaughter you when they take over. Iran is a perfect example. Look what the did with 47 years. And now, those hid and allowed them to do might eventually feel their rath. Face it, except for Israel, and only if Republicans are in charge. Iran could run the world. Personally, I'd tell the world, we will be gone from Hormuz in two weeks, who ever is the strongest will end up in charge. Do you really think Europe has the fortitude or military infrastructure to fight for Hormuz and win? How much more powerful will China and Russia become. It will affect us the least. But yet, we are defending the weak who have not, nor has been able to defend themselves. And the reason they are so weak is by choice. Ironic, we chose to defend so many that won't defend themselves yet catch all the crap. In any case, the Iranians may have just screwed royally when they attacked their neighbors who had also taken advantage of the 47 years. But the irony to me is, how some say Islam is a religion of peace. Yet, they don't have the fortitude nor courage to prove those words true. Are the good guys more numerous than the bad guys?
Civility and morality have never won a war. So for the self righteous, moralist elites, remember what happened to the educated elites and other elites in Cambodia. That will be your fate if the USA quits and goes home. And that is one piece of history that is applicable to the world today.
And, fearing the consequences of being seen as a non-believer, they prudently stay quiet.
Anyone who attacks Israel and Jews over their defense of the Israeli homeland has aligned themselves with radical Islam. I do know Muslims who can separate their religion from our country, our laws and traditions, as all other religions do. But radical Islam is orthodox in that they follow the Quran literally and seek the death or conversion of everyone in the world. They also have this funny idea that if they can own property in a place, including in America, that land is forever after the property of Islam and will be forced to observe Sharia law no matter what our Constitution has to say. This includes ALL of the West which does not acknowledge this claim. America better get ready to fight back against this claim and the violence that accompanies it. Europe is already lost.
I whole heartedly agree with Brian M on this one. Anyone who has lived in a Muslim country for any length of time knows this. And I’m not talking about Qatar or Dubai, either. Try Libya first over a decade. I left the Middle East because I was tired of living somewhere it would be applauded if I was dragged out of my car and beaten, simply because I’m a woman. I saw that happen, and much worse…
So sorry for the trauma you experienced! I would like to see the eradication of extremist Islam, even though that is not an honorable wish
it took only 19 of them to inflict massive death and damage on 9/11
Not just white. Look at the Christians in Africa. Let's be color blind.
Who is this 'Islam' fellow Burnt taco? Does he/she/they have an address? Is it the people and government of Indonesia? The very government that had national holiday yesterday for the Ascension of Jesus Christ? The way you and other people paint an entire faith group with distain is the other end of the horseshoe for those that dislike all Joos.
How bout the Islam in Nigeria that's killed tens of thousands of Christians?
You can't pretend it's not a serious problem.
It is a serious issue. My take on Nigeria is that the fighting has less to do with religious differences and more to do with oil. Nigeria has the 10th largest oil reserves in the world, and most of its pumped out of south Nigeria, where the majority of Christian population lives. Did you also know that last year, Nigeria was the largest recipient of China Belt & Road loan aid in the world? $25B worth. As it were, Venezuela used to be largest recipient of this Beijing aid, with strings attached. Those strings are China getting paid back for those loans in discounted oil sales AND just as importantly, those sales done in CNY (non-US dollars). This is the reason why USA has its attention on Nigeria (and Venezuela before that). Any country that tries to sell oil in non-USD gets the stink eye from USA. Because when you don't buy in US dollars, it means that country doesn't keep US dollars as its central bank reserve currency. And when that doesn't occur, then that country doesn't buy US debt. And when countries stop buying US debt, that becomes an existential threat to US spending (on Defense, Social Security, Medicare, SNAP, etc.). Here's a list of those who tried to sell their oil in non-USD in my lifetime. What do they all have in common? They are either dead or in prison: Gaddafi, Saddam, Maduro, Supreme Loser. Nigeria doesn't want to be added to this list. So, that situation is being 'sold' to you being about 'Muslims vs. Christians'. And if you believe it, be my guest. That's not how I see it.
Sounds like a lot of excuses to ignore the slaughter of Christians by Muslims.
Why are you glazing jihadis?
Nigeria - United States Department of State https://www.state.gov/reports/country-reports-on-terrorism-2022/nigeria
‘Drugs’ were excuse to seize Venezuela oil away from China. Did you think it was really about drugs? ‘Protecting Christians from Muslims’ is the red meat hung in front of masses for also controlling Nigeria oil (in terms of pressuring Nigeria to only sell their Texas Tea in USD). I don’t mind it, I just see thru the propaganda that is peddled.
Ofc Venezuela was about oil. Drugs was just the justification. Same as Noriega.
Seems pretty callous to call the slaughter of tens of thousands of civilians “red meat for the masses”.
It's a tough crowd in here, Matt.
Christians are being slaughtered by Islamists, a trend around the world where the Christians do not have the military power to defend themselves. There is zero doubt about that. Why can't both things be true? I am sure the Boko Haram ISIS affiliates want access to the money that oil sales can generate. It was the same with ISIS taking control of the Mosul oil fields and exterminating the local Yazidis and Kurds (who are Muslims, just not the right flavor).
My point is that use of US military power only coincides with ‘protecting Christians’ when there is something economically strategic at hand to America. And in case of Nigeria, its oil and China. For Venezuela the pretext was ‘drugs’ but reason was also oil and China. Same w/ US BlackRock taking control of Panama Canal and removal of Hong Kong / PRC company, CK Hutchinson. In other cases, there is no ‘moral’ pretext and the pushback is stronger (such as Greenland). But this also has to do with natural resources and US blue water navy control of any future NW passage (oil) along that route.
Trump sent people in to take out Boko Haram. Are you saying that nothing was done?
No. I'm saying islamic targeting of Christians is a serious problem.
Before Trump, it wasn't taken seriously and still isn't by many in the west.
Can I suggest that average Americans don’t care about Tucker, MTG, Candace, Megyn, and other assorted whiny $$ grabbing folks that claimed to be MAGA/Conservative.
Pres Trump and his brilliant cabinet are doing a superlative job dealing with global threats (like Iran), reducing crime to historically low levels, reducing drug imports and Cartel power, achieving energy dominance, growing Capital investment (which will fuel many more jobs, as shown in April employment nos and that rarity, an UPWARDS revision of the prior month figures), attacking rampant Fraud and the rogue NGO network that fuels the Dem/Radical class, improving health and de-weaponizing Health via RFKJr and his team, and working to put some spine in the rest of the Republican party (it is better, though we need to pass the Save ACT). While you were distracted more than 4MM illegals were deported or left voluntarily.
Patience is not a strong suit for the Left and many on our side. I say, LTMW (Let the Man work) and don’t give air to the MSM and their incessant attacks. Ignore the various turncoats (if we do, their following and $$ will decline).
As an average non partisan citizens, I left Tucker and Candace a long time ago. Megyn no so long ago. Of course I also left Rush long before he passed. And I might as well add, I left the Republicans first.
Its a good point. I disengaged the Republican party 20 years ago. I have been a conservative independent ever since. I have voted for non-Republicans, like Jesse Ventura for MN governor in 2002. Party membership means nothing to me
I don’t think most people know anything about Candace Owens and MTG and all those crazy anti-Israel ranting by very online people. I’ve never heard a single conversation, directly or indirectly where it was mentioned even in passing. At least here in the South, life is normal, businesses and the economy are booming, girls dress like they used to in the 80s and boys look preppy. I haven’t seen a trans person anywhere in at least 6 mos. I know your livelihood is online but (at least outside of blue areas) life seems pretty normal.
I'm in Western North Carolina. We have an abundance of trans people, and blue hair, and nose rings. And Asheville looks more like California every day.
Charlotte, Asheville?
Franklin, actually.
Well, they do vote blue there… especially Asheville.
Moved to WNC to escape blue states. Brought their awful politics with them.
Agreed. The South is back to normal and has been for awhile.
Not sure they ever accepted the nonsense down here.
They are basically just grifters who are whores for clicks and money. China and Qatar have lots of money, Jew hatred gets lots of clicks and Trump will be gone in 2 years, so they took the money and overnight became TDS Trump haters and Israel obsessed Jew haters.
You have an excellent substack. Insightful commentary that doesn't mince words about the precariousness of western civilization.
Thanks very much Jen. 😀
Checking out this substack!
Hopefully to never return. These people like Candace, Tucker, and Meghan are so inconsequential. Who wants to spend time listening to their ridiculous opinions and questions. Most don’t have the time nor the desire. Their voices even get on my nerves. Tucker’s stupid laugh when so out of context is awful. I only see clips of videos and even then just a minimum portion to be exhausted by their rants.
True. They are vile and the time when they said anything worth listening to is long gone.
I feel the same way Ruth, but I also add Ben Shapiro to the same list. They way Ben talks I find condescending, perhaps how you feel about Tucker's girly laugh. Maybe Ben's audience is dropping because of his personality and delivery. I do not need or want any podcasters ginning up anxiety or outrage. They are not good for my mental health, or the friends and family whose company I enjoy.
The Shapiro part is true but to say that Carlson, Owens, and Kelly are inconsequential is just plain delusional.
This following in here, and Shapiro's, for that matter, is miniscule in comparison.
The Rats are jumping off of their burning ships!
Bingo, Jupplandia!
"I’ve never been all that good at shutting up."
Well, thank *God*!
Just remember, online is not representative of real life. MAGA are the men & women who work for a living, are raising families, and as George Bailey said, "...do most of the living & dying and paying the bills..." – and please believe me, they are well aware of the US' relationship to Israel and vice-versa, and we every bit MAGA today as we were more than a decade ago!
You are still my first and favorite Go To substack. Yep. from the very beginning.
Thank you.
I don't know about you but I never doubt or question how I feel and know and love about all things USA.
And we are so goddamned lucky to have Donal J Trump.
Rock on Sasha Stone
With my subscription I'm saying, "don't ever shut up, Sasha!"
As the magnitude of Trump's foreign policy victory unfolds, and gas prices plummet as predicted, these shrill gadflies will be dead and dry in the windowsill.
I was shocked by how shallow MTG turned out to be. Who will be next, I wonder.
Tom Massie, after he gets his ass handed to him in the GOP primary next Tuesday.
Won't that be satisfying.
I am betting on Ed for the win! It appears that our combat warriors are not happy with the direction our country was going and are becoming involved at the highest levels. I, for one, am grateful.
Sasha, Tucker has gone around the bend. Candace was never all there. Megan is acting strange too. When you dwell on those, you go to an unhappy place. Your tone changes and gets much darker. Leave them to their craziness. Don’t take it as an invitation to join them. You are better than that. Your work is amazing.
I’m 87 & pride myself on being able to pretty much keep up with the world news. I have always been & still am a MAGA— I’m very pro Israel & believe in our friendship & alliance. Due to hearing problems I don’t listen to podcasts— just now & then when one is highlighted. I have been dismayed & frightened by the Tucker (used to love him on Fox & his columns), Megan, MTY, Owen’s, etc— what happened unless it’s money? I can only hope that many Trump supporters are like me & pretty much ignore their “sky is falling” hateful voices. I can think of nothing to do that wouldn’t make matters worse— they are ppl that are literally looking for a fight & I do hope Trump sticks with “no comment” & doesn’t react like we all know he can. Haha Don’t give them a minute’s of his time.
Check out Jeff Childers’ SubStack “COVID & Coffee”. He is the only one I read daily. He is a lawyer who gives the facts and even when things are gloomy, he sheds light on the silver lining.
I know zero conservative friends who pay any attention to these shysters. Its amazing how they all turned on a dime into antisemites and Trump haters at the same time.
Kinda like Bruce Jenner suddenly becoming a girl.
I doubt seriously that they will affect many votes.
Apparently, Tucker has lost a lot of American followers/viewers but has gained a big audience with Pakistani viewers in Pakistan. So now he is curating content for the Muslim world......
I love President Trump and I love how Pres Trump played Tucker!!! It is well known that Buckley (Tucker's son) who was working for Vance, was a Leaker. He was Leaking Classified info to his dad who was Passing it along to the Qataris and Iranian Islamic Regime. So in Feb, Trump invited Tucker over, assured him that he had no intention of hitting Iran, did a big Photo Op with Tucker on social media. Tucker told Iran: nothing to worry about! That's why 40 Top Iranian Islamic Regime leaders were meeting in open daylight, above ground, public meeting, without any fears. And that's why Israel was able to eliminate those bad guys. Thank you President Trump!!! And thank you to the Treasonous Spy Tucker Carlson!!!
True or not; I like it
Keep calling it out, Sasha. As a former Megyn fan, I wrote her emails expressing concern for her slide in to antisemitism. Not that I expected her to read or respond, but it was just important to me to call it like I see it. That’s why I appreciate you so much, you call it like you see it.
I disagree that she’s “slid into anti-Semitism.” That’s a slander & is inaccurate. She has come to vigorously oppose this war of choice & believes Netanyahu likely played a very large role in talking Trump into it. That’s hardly illogical or impossible. In fact it’s not far-fetched at all. For that, you label her an anti-Semite. That’s pathetic & below the belt.
Keep taking Sasha! This is a fever dream. No one and I repeat no one aside from those dedicated podcasters are talking about this. Or Israel or Epstein and nor will they when the war is almost over. These podcasters only get traction with the choir on the left and of course they amplify the fever dream that Israel is evil and MAGA is divided beyond repair. All of this is a farce and a majority of everyone understands because it makes no logical sense. Multitudes of writers Hanson, Shapiro, yourself all see the crazy logic these people are using and trust me the mainstream cant follow any of it either and they never talk about it. It’s shame there is so much money available to fuel the podcasters like oxygen. They are burning up in a mix of irrelevance.
Adding my thoughts on the midterms. The Democrats are so backward and illogical everyone sees it. These generic polls are so high because they are racking up votes in California and New York. It’ll be the same outcome as last midterms when we thought there would be a republican red wave. There will be very little movement this year as well towards the Dems, but it doesn’t take much to switch the House. No one wants the Dems. No one. Except for crazy delusional Dems in the bubble in the blue states racking up poll numbers. Dems could take the house because it’s razor thin so be ready but with all the redistricting it’s gonna be a wash. Trump is the leader and people vote for Trump or what he promotes not Megan, Candace or Tucker. No one is voting their crazy redux and rewind on their opinion. Right the Dems make complete sense now, I’m switching. It’s not happening. Stay calm, keep talking, Trump is always right eventually.
I did not vote for Trump in the 2016 primary. I did not take him seriously. But that November, there was no way in hell I would vote for Hillary Clinton. It's not just her, but all the flying monkeys that come with her. The Democrat bench is deep. But Donald Trump has been a wonderful surprise. Warts and all, he defends the average person. He has had the courage other Republicans have lacked. And all these people who are attacking Erica Kirk, Israel, and the Jews in general, are just filthy dirt bags. Candice, Tucker, and Megan are dead to me.