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#391 – Mohammed El-Kurd: Palestine

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Evictions and Injustice in Sheikh Jarrah

This chapter explores the historical context of forced expulsions in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem, detailing personal accounts of families facing eviction from the 1970s to 2009. It underscores the systemic injustices and colonial implications of these actions, emphasizing the biased legal frameworks that facilitate displacement. The discussion also critiques media portrayals and the broader implications of state-sanctioned home demolitions, advocating for recognition of the material evidence of discrimination against Palestinians.

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