Gad Saad warns ‘suicidal empathy’ could mean the collapse of Western civilization
Gad Saad warns that 'suicidal empathy' could lead to the collapse of Western civilization. In his book, he argues that excessive compassion has overshadowed truth and common sense, particularly in the context of recent events like the Hamas attacks. Saad believes this misplaced empathy reflects a broader ideological shift that has serious implications for society.
- ▪Gad Saad's new book is titled 'Suicidal Empathy: Dying to Be Kind.'
- ▪He argues that the West prioritizes ideological virtue-signaling over objective truth.
- ▪Saad cites the backlash against Israel following the Hamas attacks as an example of dangerous empathy.
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- ▪ Gad Saad warns ‘suicidal empathy’ is pushing the West toward collapse — Fox News — Latest
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US News Gad Saad warns ‘suicidal empathy’ could mean the collapse of Western civilization By Rachel Wolf, Fox News Published May 25, 2026, 6:50 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Originally Published by: Spencer Pratt responds to Drew Carey's ‘serial scammer’ insult with Epstein jab Homes are ‘not moving’ in these 5 American markets with steep price cuts 'Devil Wears Prada 2' star kept secret medical condition hidden throughout her 30s From reactions to the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks to gender ideology and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), author and scholar Gad Saad warns that Western civilization is on the brink of collapse.
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