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The Shared Mythological History of Israel and the US (w/ Joan Scott) | The Chris Hedges Report

The Chris Hedges Report

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Narratives of Zionism and Identity

This chapter examines the influence of the novel 'Exodus' on American views of Israel's history and the complexities of Jewish identity in relation to nationalism. It critiques the racial portrayals in cinema and how narratives of the Holocaust have been utilized to justify Israeli policies, often at the expense of Palestinian perspectives. Additionally, the chapter explores the intersections of faith, violence, and colonialism in shaping both American and Israeli identities throughout history.

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