Pod Save the World From Al Qaeda to the White House
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Nov 12, 2025 
Tarek Habash, a former Biden administration official and co-founder of A New Policy, discusses the implications of U.S. Gaza policy and the need for Palestinian self-determination. Joining him is Josh Paul, a former State Department official, who critiques arms transfers and America's leverage on Israel. They both share personal stories behind their resignation, shedding light on institutional constraints and the motivation for political change. Their organization aims to mobilize public support for a shift in U.S. policy towards Israel and Palestine.
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Youth-Led Unrest Meets Authoritarian Pushback
- Tanzania's reportedly rigged election and brutal crackdown reflect a broader pattern of global democratic backsliding.
- Youth unemployment and demographic bulges make Gen Z-led protests a recurring feature across many countries.
External Backing Fuels Sudan Atrocities
- The UAE's support for the RSF in Sudan has prolonged atrocities and fueled mass displacement and starvation.
- Major powers can often stop proxy violence quickly by cutting arms and financial flows if they choose to act decisively.
Use Leverage To Halt Proxy Wars
- Use economic and military leverage to force rapid behavioral changes by external backers of violence.
- If a president ordered sanctions or tariffs on enablers like the UAE, the proxy war dynamics could change quickly.