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The Fifth Column

Members Only #193 – ‘I Don’t Think Anyone in Israel Right Now Feels Left of Center’ (w/ Asaf Zamir)

Dec 24, 2023
Asaf Zamir, a center-left Israeli politician, discusses the current situation in Israel. They talk about the uncertainty during the October 7th attack, comparing it to 9/11, and reflect on the unexpected violence in a Western democracy.
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  • The conflict in Israel led to a strong sense of unity among Israelis, transcending political divisions.
  • During the conflict, the priority for many Israelis was unity and successful defense, rather than assigning blame or dissecting reports.

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Life-changing experiences during the conflict

During the conflict, Asaf Zameer experienced a life-changing day on October 7th. Initially unaware of the gravity of the situation, he and his wife woke up to alarms and rockets being intercepted in Tel Aviv. The scale of the event was too immense for many to comprehend, as they listened to stories of people calling for help from bomb shelters. The enormity of the conflict, the personal connections to those affected, and the cruelty witnessed during the war had a profound impact on people's lives.

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