Former Democratic organizer Brianna Wu joins Adaam James Levin-Areddy for a conversation about her journey from leftist activism to clashing with leftists about antisemitism and the recklessness of transgender politics. Wu opens up on the challenges that come with standing up to one’s own tribe, the importance of defending liberal values, and how to think responsibly—and compassionately—about sex and gender.
The Agenda:
—How Gamergate changed everything
—The (de)evolution of progressive politics
—October 7 and Jewish mothers
—Can normie liberalism bridge the partisan divide?
—Transgender health care vs. transgender politics
Show Notes:
—The Pros and Cons of ‘Queer’ (w/ Jamie Kirchick)
—Jesse Singal for The Dispatch: How The American Media Distorted the Transgender Debate
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