Supporting Hamas’ Warmongers: An Analysis of ‘Pro-Palestine’ Protesters’ Hatred and Other Commentaries
Mideast watch: Enabling Hamas’ Warmonger
According to Commentary’s Seth Mandel, a report from the Wall Street Journal on Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s text messages revealed “a cold disregard for human life and made clear he believes Israel has more to lose from the war than Hamas.” Sinwar has been personally responsible for escalating violence whenever there seems to be a diplomatic breakthrough.
After Israel eliminated Hamas deputy leader Saleh al-Arouri, Sinwar found himself on the run and isolated. However, the West shifted its focus away from dismantling and defeating Hamas, leading to a situation where everyone except Israel has prioritized Hamas’s survival. The United States backed away from pursuing victory, allowing Sinwar’s war to continue.
Reporter: ‘Pro-Palestine’ Protesters’ Hate
The Free Press’ Olivia Reingold recounts her experience of being mobbed by protesters at a rally in Union Square. She describes how some protesters physically attacked her, including one man who used an air horn and a girl who ripped apart her notebook. Reingold notes that these incidents are mild compared to what visibly Jewish individuals or security guards may face in such mobs, where symbols of terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah are often present.
At these protests, there is a justification of violence from Hamas despite claims of being for peace from anti-Israel protesters.
Ukraine desk: Biden’s Drip-Drip Disaster
According to Jonathan Sweet & Mark Toth at The Hill, the Biden administration’s strategy in Ukraine of providing “just enough” support is inadequate to fend off Russian aggression. This approach is reactive and fails to meet Ukraine’s critical battlefield requirements. The administration should allow Ukraine to attack Russian targets that pose a threat to its military and citizens, as the current strategy is insufficient.
Hoops beat: WNBA Squandering Golden Goose
The Wall Street Journal’s Jason L. Riley praises WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark as a transformative figure for the league, capable of increasing its profitability. Despite the increasing popularity of women’s basketball, Clark was not selected to represent the U.S. at the upcoming Summer Olympics, raising questions about the WNBA’s decision-making process. Riley suggests that the league should leverage Clark’s star power for its benefit.
Eye on the economy: Learn From Argentina
Veronique de Rugy at Reason criticizes the Biden administration for overspending and causing inflation to spike. By blaming others for economic mistakes, the administration fails to address the root cause of the issue. De Rugy points to Argentine President Javier Milei as an example of effective fiscal restraint in times of economic crisis, which has led to positive outcomes for the country. Milei’s approach offers a promising path for economic revitalization for both Argentina and the U.S.
— Compiled by The Post Editorial Board
