My MSNBC Commentary on Rashida Tlaib and Israel, and more

There were significant back stories to the flap over Tlaib and Omar.

My MSNBC Take on Bibi, Rashida, Ilhan, The Donald, and background Good morning, I now appear almost every Saturday morning on MSNBC, usually around 6:45 EDT (set your Tivo, Donald Trump). When I am in the States and able to go to 30 Rock, I also appear frequently on David Gura's Sunday show, which runs from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. And of course there's breaking news commentary. I expect there will be a fair amount to talk about with the G7 coming up in Biarritz at the end of the month. This was my take on the Trump/Bibi/Rashida Tlaib fiasco: https://christopherdickey.blogspot.com/2019/08/my-msnbc-take-on-winners-and-losers-in.html The Daily Beast ran several excellent, relevant pieces out of Jerusalem and Washington:   BURNING QUESTIONS Trump and Congress Endanger Israel, Not Omar and Tlaib PM Netanyahu may bar two members of the House critical of Israel. But a disaster on the horizon was created by Trump and members of Congress who call themselves Israel's friends. NERI ZILBER   BETWEEN THE LINES Why Did Netanyahu Flip-Flop on Tlaib and Omar? NOGA TARNOPOLSKY Published 08.15.19  Israel has never before denied entry to Members of Congress. Why did Netanyahu mention a racial supremacist political ally when explaining his decision on Tlaib and Omar? BACKUP SQUAD Democrats Unite After Bibi Blocks Squad Members Democrats on the Hill and the campaign trail blasted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump, while Republicans made themselves scarce. HANNA TRUDO, SAM BRODEY   BACKFIRE Israel's Snub of Omar and Tlaib Is a Gift for BDS Movement Supporters and critics of Israel alike are concerned that raising the profile of BDS will add more fuel to the controversy's fire. SAM BRODEY If we actually know each other and you want to receive email updates on columns and coverage, feel free to sign up here.  Copyright © 2019 Christopher Dickey, All rights reserved. You are receiving this because you were on my personal mailing list, and this is in fact a personal account. But please do feel free to "unsubscribe." Our mailing address is: Christopher Dickey 555 W 18 Street The Daily Beast New York, New York 10011 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.