Call Me Back - with Dan Senor Memorializing a war while still fighting - with Matti Friedman
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Oct 10, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, bestselling author and journalist Matti Friedman reflects on the somber one-year anniversary of October 7th, navigating the grief felt in Israeli society and among Diaspora communities. He shares insights on the complexities of the ongoing Gaza conflict, contrasting military actions with the aspirations of the younger generation for change. Friedman also delves into the challenges of narrative manipulation in global discourse about Israel, emphasizing the importance of understanding the region's unique histories. Hope and resilience in the Jewish community take center stage amidst adversity.
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Matti Friedman's Personal Experience
- Matti Friedman was surprised by his emotional reaction to the one-year anniversary.
- He hadn't planned to mark it, feeling the war was still ongoing, but found the day very dark and upsetting.
Israeli Societal Divide
- Israeli society is deeply divided regarding the current government and the ongoing war.
- This division is reflected in the existence of dual memorial ceremonies, one for families of victims and an official state ceremony.
American Jewish Experience
- Dan Senor finds the situation for American Jews more alarming than the situation in Israel, citing a rise in antisemitism.
- He describes a climate of fear and hostility, with protests and even colleagues questioning how to interact with Jewish people.
