Michael, I don't dispute anything you say in your first paragraph. I agree that you've been clear and forthright in your criticism of the US/Israeli war against Palestinians, especially in Gaza. Given that you invite guests to Hitting Left, why invite someone who supports those in power who "provide the weapons and wage war and genocide against civilians (especially children)?" No decent person does that and should not be given a platform by you to spread such views even in the face of your disagreements with them. One's views on the slaughter in Gaza touches on the deepest recesses of one's humanity. It's not just another issue, but THE issue and needs to be treated like no other. Amicability, civility, common ground toward such people shouldn't even arise as a question. Knowledgeable people need to be heard and would appreciate a platform such as yours to explain their opposition to the extraordinary crimes against humanity taking place in Gaza. I respectfully urge you to save your precious invites for them.