During the Israel-Hamas war, fifteen Jewish Democrats voiced their disapproval of Benjamin Netanyahu's refusal to support an independent Palestinian state, emphasizing the significance of a two-state solution. Their statement highlights their waning patience with Netanyahu and his coalition's far-right elements. Simultaneously, an EU diplomat accuses Israel of funding Hamas, and the Israeli Prime Minister remains opposed to a two-state solution, urging the need to halt the cycle of hatred and violence. #foreignaffairs.

In Ukraine, recent acts of intimidation against journalists investigating corruption pose a threat to President Zelensky's transparency reforms. Journalist Yurii Nikolov faced threats from individuals in military attire, while a compromising video targeting investigative media website Bihus.Info circulated. Ukrainian civil society demands action, leading to a criminal investigation by the SBU. President Zelensky condemned the attacks and stressed the unacceptability of pressuring journalists. #ukraine #crime #media.

Andrew Crapuchettes, CEO of RedBalloon, believes that in contemporary America, identifying oneself as a Turning Point USA alumnus yields more benefits for job seekers than touting a Harvard University education. RedBalloon has teamed up with Turning Point USA to offer employment opportunities to its 65,000 alumni. Crapuchettes argues that institutions like Harvard breed anarchy, making TPUSA alumni more desirable to businesses. RedBalloon aims to connect job seekers with employers prioritizing a positive workplace culture and individual freedom. They survey employers to ensure commitment to safeguarding employee rights, including medical privacy and vaccine mandates. #workplaceculture.

The Digest, 1/19/2024 @1000PM, CDT

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