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    Israel's Answer to Jewish Terrorism

    Palestinian terrorists are not the only threat to Israeli security. Jewish terrorists also pose serious risks to national unity and stability. Recent atrocities have increased fear that the government may be powerless against right-wing extremism.

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    By Warren Olney • Aug 5, 2015 • 52m Listen

    Palestinian terrorists are not the only threat to Israeli security. Jewish terrorists also pose serious risks to national unity and stability. Recent atrocities have increased fear that the government may be powerless against right-wing extremism.

    Also, President Obama addresses the Iran nuclear deal and urges Congress' support. On today’s Talking Point, ten years after Katrina, New Orleans is still struggling — but the restaurants are better than ever.

    Photo: Far-right activist Meir Ettinger (C) was the first person arrested under suspicion of involvement in nationalist criminal activity, since Prime Minister Netanyahu's security cabinet came under growing pressure to crack down on violent far-right Jewish groups after arsonists killed a Palestinian toddler and severely injured his parents and brother on Friday. (Ammar Awad/Reuters)

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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