Lara Friedman
President of the Foundation for Middle East Peace, a nonprofit that works to promote peace between Israelis and Palestinians. She advocates for free speech related to criticism of Israel.
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May 1, 2025 • 1h 7min
Lee Fang and Leighton Woodhouse Look Back on Trump's First 100 Days; Lara Friedman on New Laws Barring Israel Criticism
Leighton Woodhouse, a writer and former union organizer, and Lee Fang reflect on the tumultuous first 100 days of Trump’s presidency. They examine the contrasts between promises and disillusionment regarding tariffs and free speech. Later, Lara Friedman, president of the Foundation for Middle East Peace, discusses the surge of laws banning criticism of Israel, raising alarms about escalating censorship in the U.S. The conversation delves into the political pressures shaping public discourse and the implications for activism and free expression.
Oct 17, 2023 • 59min
Israel's genocidal war on Gaza w/ Lara Friedman and Paul Rogers
Lara Friedman, President of the Foundation for Middle East Peace, discusses the dire situation in Gaza, increase of Islamophobia and anti-Arab racism in the US. International security expert Paul Rogers joins to talk about Israel's approach to destroy Hamas and risks of regional escalation. Topics include genocide debate, situation on the ground in Gaza, Israeli military's ground offensive, consequences of heavy force, possibility of larger conflict involving the US, assessing Israel's security systems, and the need for a ceasefire.
