Open to Debate Is Anti-Zionism the New Anti-Semitism?
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Oct 27, 2023 Debate on whether criticizing Zionism is anti-Semitic, exploring the complexities of the relationship between anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism, supporting Palestinian self-determination without being anti-Zionist, connection between anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism, vision for a world without borders while still supporting Israel, historic dilemma faced by Jews and danger of anti-Zionism
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Anti‑Zionism As Existential Rejection
- Brett Stevens argues anti-Zionism differs from criticism and often demands Israel's destruction rather than reform.
- He asserts anti-Zionist tropes echo ancient anti-Jewish libels and apply discriminatory double standards to Israel.
Significant Jewish Opposition To Zionism
- Peter Bynart highlights large Jewish anti‑Zionist constituencies, including ultra‑orthodox communities and progressive Jews.
- He notes polls show many Jews would prefer a single equal state over a Jewish‑state that denies Palestinian rights.
Personal Memory Of 1948 Dispossession
- Youssef Munayyer recounts his Palestinian family history and the 1948 dispossession of his hometown by Israeli forces.
- He says Zionism legitimized ethnic cleansing and structures denying Palestinians movement, land rights, and family reunification.