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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Israel's US popularity collapsing, midterm margins & more | Enten roundup

In this video, CNN data analyst Harry Enten examines shifting public opinion on Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel, as well as the narrowing landscape of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.

Netanyahu and Israel's U.S. Popularity (0:00 - 2:22): Public confidence in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dropped significantly, with 59% of Americans now expressing a lack of confidence in his handling of world affairs, up from 42% in 2023. Enten notes an unexpected trend: while younger Democrats are critical, older Democrats (50+) are actually more likely (81%) to report a lack of confidence than those under 50 (73%). Conversely, there is a stark age gap among Republicans, with a majority of younger Republicans (58%) lacking confidence, compared to only 30% of older Republicans.

Tightening Midterm Margins (2:22 - 5:56): Despite President Donald Trump's low approval ratings on the economy (70% disapproval), Democrats have not gained a significant advantage in the generic congressional ballot. Their lead has narrowed from six points in March to just three points—a statistical tossup. Enten explains that redistricting has made it more difficult for Democrats to win the House, as they now likely need to win the national popular vote by three to four points rather than just a simple majority.

Democrats' Outlook (5:56 - 9:36): While Democrats remain the favorites to retake the House, their margin of error has shrunk drastically. Prediction markets show their chances have fallen to approximately 76% from a higher peak previously. Enten emphasizes that while it is not a "redistricting nightmare," it is a "bad dream" that requires Democrats to outperform current polling to secure a majority.

Trump's Approval on China (9:36 - 12:18): President Trump's approval rating regarding China has plummeted. In his first term, he held a positive net approval of +9, which has since shifted to a -15 in his second term. Enten highlights a massive swing in sentiment among independents and non-white voters, noting that while the U.S. image on China has declined under the current administration, global approval of China itself has shown relative improvement.

Friday, May 1, 2026

The Reality For Children In Gaza Exposed

This video from The Young Turks, hosted by Cenk Uygur and Yasmin Khan, focuses on the humanitarian crisis facing children in Gaza during the ongoing war. The hosts provide a harrowing look at the physical and psychological toll on newborns and young children, criticizing mainstream media for its coverage and the U.S. government for its continued support of Israeli military actions.

Key points covered in the video:

The Case of Nour Abu Samaan: The hosts share the story of a newborn who suffered movement paralysis due to toxic gas inhalation and was the sole survivor of an IDF attack on Al-Naser Hospital (0:37–1:19).
Statistics on Children:
- 1,200 children suffer from spinal cord injuries and paralysis (1:35).
- 322 cases of congenital defects recorded in 2025, double the pre-war rate (1:55–2:10).
- Approximately 1,000 children have undergone amputations or suffer from severe permanent scarring (2:13).
Medical Crisis: The hosts highlight that 4,000 children in Gaza require urgent medical treatment abroad, yet only 154 have been allowed to leave since February, which the hosts describe as being "by design" (2:33–2:57).
Comparison of Suffering: Cenk Uygur contrasts the loss of 36 children in Israel on October 7th with the death of 457 Palestinian children within their first week of life, and an additional 470 who died due to a lack of access to medical care (4:28–6:48).
Critique of Media and Policy: The hosts launch a sharp critique of mainstream media outlets and politicians, accusing them of complicity in the death of children by refusing to challenge the current military policies or show equal compassion for Palestinian victims (8:55–11:40).