The Winston Marshall Show

Elica Le Bon - “How I Changed My Mind About Israel and Palestine”

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Dec 8, 2024
Elica Le Bon, a British-Iranian lawyer and activist known for her media impact, shares her transformative journey from a leftist perspective to a more nuanced view on the Israel-Palestine conflict. She discusses the complexity of identity politics and the influence of geopolitical factors in shaping public narratives. Elica delves into the ideological threats posed by regimes like Iran, critiques Western perceptions of the Middle East, and reflects on the role of social media in activism, all while drawing from her personal experiences and evolving beliefs.
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ANECDOTE

Family Background

  • Elika Le Bon's father studied at Oxford under the Shah's regime.
  • After the revolution, he sought asylum, and her mother faced imprisonment in Iran.
INSIGHT

Understanding the Conflict

  • Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict requires going beyond propaganda.
  • The entire world can, and has, conspired against groups of people.
ANECDOTE

Transition from Wokeism

  • Elika Le Bon transitioned from a hard-left, woke perspective.
  • She became disillusioned with the movement around the George Floyd era.
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