Daniel Davis Deep Dive True Story of Violence Against Palestinians *PRIOR to 10/7
Oct 7, 2025
Matthew Ho, a former State Department official and combat veteran, shares insights on the deep-rooted history of violence against Palestinians prior to October 7, 2023. He discusses the 1948 Nakba and its consequences, the rise of the Israeli occupation post-1967, and the failures of the Oslo Accords. Ho emphasizes that historical context is crucial for understanding recent events, critiques the media's portrayal of the conflict, and raises concerns about Palestinian resistance and ongoing oppression. He ultimately warns of a bleak future if international pressure fails.
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History Didn't Begin On 10/7
- Daniel Davis emphasizes that October 7, 2023 did not start the history of violence between Israelis and Palestinians.
- He argues prior Israeli and Western actions created pressures that helped precipitate the attack.
Actions Have Predictable Consequences
- Daniel Davis connects long-term policies to predictable violent outcomes if grievances go unaddressed.
- He warns that coercive actions over decades produce responses unless policies change earlier.
The Nakba's Lasting Impact
- Daniel Davis recounts the Nakba: 1948 expulsions and roughly 750,000 Palestinians displaced or killed.
- He frames the Nakba as a foundational trauma shaping Palestinian grievances across generations.