This interview fell short of CBS's editorial standards, prompting criticism from executives, who cited concerns raised by staff about the interview's handling of contentious topics.
Mr. Coates challenged the elevation of complex facts over what he deemed self-evident morality regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The exchange was marked by a tense yet civil dialogue, where Mr. Dokoupil challenged Mr. Coates's framing of the issue, provoking thought on ethnocracy.
Their conversation, which involved a rigorous debate about statehood and rights, ended on a lighter note, showing personal camaraderie despite the serious topic discussed.
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