Hundreds of protests are happening due to the war in Gaza, with campuses like Columbia University shutting down. The upcoming Democratic National Convention may see major protests akin to the 1968 anti-war demonstrations and police clashes.
Omar Wasow, a political science professor, discusses the effectiveness and consequences of protests throughout history, comparing the 1960s protests to the current situation.
The discussion focuses on the 1960s protests' impact on elite opinions, with questions raised about the prevailing beliefs regarding protest success and effectiveness.
The episode aims to delve into the nature of protests, examining the differences between past and present protests, particularly in the context of escalating demonstrations due to the war in Gaza.
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