Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews 11/26/24 Matthew Hoh on His Journey to Palestine
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Dec 3, 2024 Matthew Hoh, an associate director at the Eisenhower Media Network and former U.S. State Department official, shares his enlightening journey to Palestine. He discusses the dire situation in Gaza and how media narratives often silence Palestinian voices. Hoh highlights the role of technology in reshaping communication and grassroots activism around these issues. His personal experiences, including encounters with a former IDF soldier, challenge conventional views on military ethics and the impacts of conflict on civilians.
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Hoh's Shift in Perspective
- Matthew Hoh initially believed the common mythologies surrounding Israel's founding.
- His college friend, who served in the IDF, and ex-wife, a human rights officer, challenged these beliefs.
Operation Cast Lead Revelations
- Hoh's ex-wife, Elizabeth, informed him about the deliberate targeting of civilians during Operation Cast Lead.
- This challenged his perception of the Israeli military's actions.
Self-Deception and War
- Hoh realized his complicity in past wars, admitting he lied to himself about their justifications.
- He notes this self-deception is common to avoid moral injury.
