Middle East In Less Than Five Minutes Ep 97 - Antisemitism's New Uniform: How "Anti-Zionism" Became Jew-Hatred's Respectable Disguise
Jan 19, 2026
The discussion explores the evolution of antisemitism into anti-Zionism, framing it as a modern disguise for age-old hatred. It highlights the unique double standard faced by Israel compared to other nations. The podcast also delves into the dangers of specific rhetoric, like 'From the river to the sea,' and examines its historical patterns. Furthermore, it emphasizes the chilling impact on Jewish students and advocates for awareness of this disguised bigotry, warning that it poses risks to all minorities.
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Antisemitism Learned To Hide
- Antisemitism evolved from blatant violence to disguised forms using political language.
- Egal explains the shift as a strategy to avoid social condemnation and gain legitimacy.
Same Tropes, New Target
- Anti-Zionism redirects traditional Jewish conspiracies at the Jewish state.
- Egal shows the same tropes (control, violence, delegitimization) applied to Israel instead of individual Jews.
Double Standard Reveals True Motive
- Obsessive focus on Israel reveals bias, not policy concern.
- Egal uses the double standard test to show other occupations receive far less condemnation.
