An interview with political journalist Jacob Weisberg

The transcript discusses the US military actions in Afghanistan and Iraq post-9/11, highlighting the strategic errors and their impact on global perception. It examines Obama's role in improving US foreign relations and the complexities of US-Israel relations, including internal political dynamics and the settlements issue. The discussion also touches on nationalism in Israeli society and Obama's significant achievement in passing national healthcare, comparing it to historical legislative efforts.

What was the primary military mistake made by the U.S. after invading Afghanistan?

• Negotiating with the Taliban

• Ignoring Al Qaeda

• Becoming distracted by Iraq

• Focusing on rebuilding Afghanistan

What policy of the Netanyahu government has alienated some of Israel's American sympathizers?

• Military expansion

• Settlement policy

• Education policy

• Economic reforms

Which Palestinian leader is mentioned as being moderate and pragmatic?

• Ismail Haniyeh

• Mahmoud Abbas

• Yasser Arafat

• Khaled Mashal

What is a significant factor that turns many Israelis away from politics?

• Lack of economic opportunities

• Influence of extreme parties

• Strict immigration laws

• High taxation

What is a characteristic of Israel's economy mentioned in the transcript?

• High unemployment rate

• Dependence on agriculture

• Booming startup culture

• Reliance on foreign aid

What major legislative achievement is attributed to Obama's presidency?

• Immigration reform

• National healthcare

• Tax cuts

• Education reform

What historical effort did Obama succeed in that previous Democratic presidents failed?

• Passing civil rights legislation

• Establishing a national healthcare system

• Achieving tax reform

• Implementing environmental policies