WHAT IS POLITICS? Brainstorm: Israel/Palestine – Who Started It?
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Apr 23, 2024 Dive into a raw brainstorming session that questions why society feels so chaotic. Explore the evolution of universities from elitist institutions to potential vehicles for change. Discover the powerful role of propaganda in shaping narratives around the Israel-Palestine conflict. The podcast tackles complex historical ties to land, identity, and the moral dilemmas facing both communities. It also emphasizes the urgent need for critical thinking in activism and the role of diverse perspectives in fostering understanding.
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Institutions Serve Hidden Motives
- Social institutions often do not serve their stated purposes but serve underlying profit or control motives.
- Universities, corporations, and social media primarily serve ruling class interests, not the people they claim to serve.
Effective Activism Tips
- Activism can influence government policies if timed well and directed at the right political actors.
- Sending letters, emails, and protests can impact decisions like Canada stopping weapon sales to Israel.
Gaza Assault Is Counterproductive
- The assault on Gaza is immoral, highly destructive, and ineffective in achieving Israeli security goals.
- Israeli-Palestinian narratives justify violence as self-defense despite massive civilian casualties and propaganda.
