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Arab Talk with Jess & Jamal

McCarthyist Attack On Columbia University Students

Apr 22, 2024
Dr. Ussama Makdisi discusses Israel's genocide in Gaza and global anti-Israel movement on college campuses. The podcast explores parallels between current protests and Vietnam era activism, censorship on campuses, and Netanyahu's push for US involvement in Iran. It also debates Israeli actions as a settler colonial state, American policy towards Palestine, and the disconnect between rhetoric and reality.
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  • Global student-led protests demonstrate solidarity with Palestinians and challenge Israeli military actions.
  • Historical context reveals parallels between current Israeli genocidal acts and past colonial brutality.

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Genocide in Gaza

The podcast discusses the grim milestone reached with 34,000 Palestinians, including over 14,000 children, being killed by the Israeli military. The ongoing famine in Gaza remains dire, despite media reports suggesting easing conditions. Criticism of Israel's actions has led to a global movement boycotting the country, tarnishing its economic and political reputation. Instances like Iran's direct military attack on Israel have escalated tensions, questioning the effectiveness of a two-state solution amid continued assaults.

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