EP#287 | DSD | The Political Power Struggle & Mahmoud Khalil's Case:

13/03/2025 33 min Temporada 3 Episodio 287

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🎙️ EP#287 | DSD | The Political Power Struggle & Mahmoud Khalil's Case:In this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we reflect on Libya and Gaddafi, questioning historical narratives and the media’s role in shaping public perception. The host critiques both U.S. political parties, highlighting the influence of the "uniparty" and special interest groups. Trump's recent attack on Thomas Massie, one of the few politicians refusing AIPAC money, raises concerns about political integrity. The episode also previews tomorrow’s guest, Greg Stoker, a former U.S. Army Ranger, who will discuss Syria, political divisions within the Democratic Party, and how ideological differences impact policy.A major focus is the arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil by ICE, a move widely criticized for its political motivations. Khalil, a legal U.S. resident, was detained over past Columbia University protests, despite no prior charges. The host examines how this fits into a broader trend of suppressing dissent. Candace Owens’ perspective is explored, as she questions the legality and ethics of targeting individuals based on political speech. The host argues that regardless of party affiliation, civil liberties must be defended.The episode closes with a call to critical thinking, urging listeners to remain skeptical of media narratives. The discussion highlights how selective law enforcement and political hypocrisy shape public discourse, emphasizing the importance of questioning mainstream narratives. Tomorrow’s episode with Greg Stoker promises deeper insights into these pressing issues.Top 5 Key Points:Reevaluating Libya & Gaddafi: The episode revisits misleading historical narratives, urging listeners to think critically about foreign policy.Trump vs. Thomas Massie: The significance of Trump’s attack on Massie and how political funding influences policy decisions.Greg Stoker Preview: A look at the divide between "liberal Democrats" and "leftists," and its impact on U.S. politics.Mahmoud Khalil’s Controversial Arrest: The legality and political motivations behind ICE’s detention of Khalil months after Columbia protests.Candace Owens’ Take on Free Speech: Owens critiques political hypocrisy, questioning why certain dissenters are targeted while others are protected.Top 25 Keywords:Mahmoud Khalil, ICE detention, Trump, Thomas Massie, AIPAC, uniparty, Greg Stoker, political corruption, foreign policy, Syria, Libya, Gaddafi, Iraq, free speech, Candace Owens, Columbia protests, First Amendment, activism, civil liberties, Democratic Party, leftist vs. liberal, legal residency, suppression, U.S. politics, media bias.Chapters & Timestamps:[00:00] Intro & Libya Recap – Examining past narratives and media influence.[04:00] The Uniparty & Political Corruption – How both parties serve special interests.[08:00] Trump vs. Massie – Why Massie’s refusal of AIPAC funds sparked controversy.[12:00] Greg Stoker’s Take on Political Ideologies – Breaking down Democratic divisions.[18:00] The Mahmoud Khalil Case – Analyzing the arrest and its legal implications.[22:30] Candace Owens on Free Speech – Owens calls out selective enforcement.[29:00] Final Thoughts – Encouraging skepticism and independent thinking.Follow Us & Stay Connected:Facebook:  facebook.com/deepshallowdiveInstagram:  instagram.com/deepshallowdiveTikTok:  tiktok.com/@deepshallowdiveYouTube:  youtube.com/@deepshallowdiveTwitter:  twitter.com/deepshallowdiveThreads:  threads.net/@deepshallowdive👉 Don’t miss tomorrow’s episode with Greg Stoker – a must-listen!

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