Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about the recent joint American-Israeli military action in Iran. They dive into the complexities of the situation, exploring the Left's various points of opposition to the action and the strategic objectives behind the airstrikes. Hugh shares his insights on the history of American-Iranian relations, the role of Israel, and the cultural context of the Middle East. They also discuss the notion and oft-used criticism of "forever wars" and the importance of understanding the motivations behind the recent actions in the region.
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