Code Switch Who Has The "Right To A Story?"
Nov 15, 2023
Palestinian American poets, Fady Joudah and Tariq Luthun, discuss the erasure of their identities and the challenges they face as Palestinian Americans. Topics include advocacy for Palestinians, the impact on parents of the conflict in Gaza, and the erasure and dehumanization of Palestinians in the media.
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Palestinian American Identity in Conflict
- Palestinian Americans are often overlooked except during Middle East conflicts.
- They are then seen as either instigators or victims of violence, dehumanizing them.
Palestine Writes Conference
- In 2020, Palestinian American writers organized a virtual Palestine Writes conference.
- They faced zoom bombing and real-world antagonism, highlighting existing tensions.
UPenn Festival Controversy
- The 2023 Palestine Writes Festival at UPenn faced significant backlash.
- Critics linked the festival to Hamas, leading to withdrawn funding and resignations, despite the university's defense.