Wisdom of Crowds Cameron Kasky on How Israel Lost America
Mar 7, 2026
Cameron Kasky, activist who co-founded March for Our Lives and shifted into Palestine advocacy, joins to map changing American politics. He recounts Parkland’s impact, explains his turn to pro‑Palestine positions, and discusses insurgent primary strategy. They debate money, AIPAC influence, Rubio’s Iran remarks, and whether Democrats can reshape foreign‑policy and party dynamics.
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How Parkland Launched March For Our Lives
- Cameron Kasky became politicized after surviving the Parkland school shooting and co-founded March for Our Lives to demand gun-safety reforms.
- He and classmates chose to show anger not sorrow on camera and framed politicians as bought by the gun lobby, driving a global youth movement.
Personal Journey From Zionist Upbringing To Palestine Advocacy
- Kasky describes shifting from a functionally Zionist upbringing to becoming a Palestine advocate after reading and engaging with materials that made him uncomfortable.
- His change accelerated after October 7th when trauma and learning about occupation histories reframed earlier assumptions.
Running To Force Israel Into The Congressional Conversation
- Kasky ran for Congress to force Israel/Palestine onto the primary debate and wanted to draft legislation after returning from the West Bank.
- He dropped out to work on a West Bank resolution with Ro Khanna rather than continue a single-issue insurgent candidacy.