The Problem With Hasan Piker--Spoiler: It's Not About Israel

Hasan Piker is exceptionally good at ranting about politics while playing video games. In the late 20th century, this would have made him a fun (if exhausting) hang. In today's era, it has rendered him one of the most influential left-wing commentators in America, an increasingly popular surrogate for progressive candidates, and a flashpoint in the Democratic Party's internal debates over Israel and "platforming."