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Ethnocentrism

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opinion1 year ago

"Challenges and Opportunities in Israeli-Palestinian Relations"

The failure of Zionism is evident as Israel continues to engage in endless wars, facing widespread global condemnation for its actions in the Palestinian conflict. American Jews, driven by a sense of ethnocentrism and historical persecution, have staunchly supported Israel, even as it engages in brutal and failed religious nationalism. The Israel lobby's influence has prevented any criticism of Israel's actions, leading to a tragic situation for Palestinians, the world, and Jews themselves. Calls for nonviolent boycott and divestment have been dismissed, and the hope for a resolution seems bleak.

politics2 years ago

Tensions rise as Israeli nationalists march through Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Day celebrations were marked by nationalistic fervor and violence in the Old City. While tens of thousands of religious-Zionist Israelis celebrated the reunification of the city and the capture of Judaism's holiest sites, confrontations between Jewish and Arab youths and hostile ethno-nationalist sentiment were also on display. Palestinian merchants were required to shut down their shops early, and security personnel dealt harshly with Palestinians present in the area. Far-right and ultranationalist politicians attended the event, with some calling for Jewish control over the entire city. The day's events highlight the ever-present, simmering tensions within a highly divided Jerusalem.