Historical Documents of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO): A Collab between Guerrilla History and Iskra Books
Jul 4, 2024
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Guerrilla History co-hosts Henry Hakamaki and Adnan Husain discuss the importance of historical documents from the Palestine Liberation Organization, highlighting the struggle for sovereignty and liberation. They explore the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from a settler colonialism perspective, emphasizing the right to resist and the role of Western imperialism. The podcast also analyzes the reputation of Israel and the US, addresses criticisms of anti-Semitism, and promotes understanding and combating oppression in Palestine.
Delve into historical documents of the PLO for essential education and mobilization tools.
Recognize Israel as an extension of Western imperialist domination and support movements fighting oppression in solidarity.
Deep dives
Exploring the Political Documents of the PLO
Delve into the rich tapestry of documents that have shaped and amplified the Palestinian struggle, appreciating their value as essential tools for education, activism, and mobilization. These primary sources provide firsthand accounts of experiences, aspirations, and grievances, breaking free from marginalizing narratives to empower the Palestinian cause.
Analyzing Settler Colonialism and National Liberation
Understand the conflict through the lens of settler colonialism, highlighting the oppressive dynamics faced by the Palestinian people and the right to resist and struggle against their oppressors. By framing the Palestinian Liberation Movement as a national liberation struggle, recognize their legitimate aspirations for self-determination and justice, aligning with movements challenging global oppressive systems.
Challenging Imperialist Structures and Supporting Liberation
Recognize Israel as an extension of Western imperialist domination, perpetuating global inequalities and oppression. By undermining the settler colonial state of Israel, set an example for resisting fascistic movements like Hindutva in India, fostering peace and justice in the region. Engage in solidarity with movements fighting for liberation and dismantling systems of domination.
Countering Accusations of Anti-Semitism and Upholding Humanity
Reject bad faith accusations of anti-Semitism used to silence discourse on Israeli oppression. Emphasize the universal struggle against oppression and domination, resonating with solidarity across global struggles for liberation and justice. Advocate for a world free from occupation and domination, fostering a universalist vision of humanity's collective liberation and equality.
Breht reads the forward that him and his Guerilla History co-hosts (Henry Hakamaki and Adnan Husain) wrote for the brand new book put out by Iskra Books"Historical Documents of the P.L.O.: A Collection for Critical Organizational Study", a scholarly yet accessible anthology of the documents that forged the backbone of the Palestine Liberation Organization’s struggle for sovereignty and liberation.