The German Response to Colonialism, Genocide, and Holocaust

This chapter explores the rejection of the connection between European colonialism and the Holocaust, focusing on the German political establishment's response to demands for accountability and reparations for the African genocide. It discusses the self-victimization mindset of Germany and highlights the symbolic weight of South Africa presenting its case against Israel on the anniversary of the German genocide. The chapter also delves into the controversy surrounding the comparisons made between Gaza and Jewish ghettos and raises questions about the uniqueness of the Holocaust.