The Dig The German Question w/ Emily Dische-Becker
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Feb 1, 2024 Emily Dische-Becker, expert on Germany's anti-Palestinian policies and Israeli proxy nationalism, discusses Germany's complex relationship with anti-Semitism, suppression of pro-Palestine speech, memory culture, the rise of the far right, rejection of the colonialism-Holocaust connection, and potential for Jewish migrant solidarity.
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German Memory Culture Origins
- Post-war Germany's memory culture emerged from debates in the 80s and 90s.
- This was driven by factors like reunification, a small Jewish presence, and state identity.
Adenauer's Contradictory Actions
- In 1960, Chancellor Adenauer called Israel "a fortress of the West."
- He pledged support, yet simultaneously rehabilitated former Nazis within his government.
The Antideutsche Paradox
- Germany's anti-Germans (Antideutsche) are a strange political force supporting Israel and the US.
- Emerging in the 90s, they oppose nationalism but embrace pro-Israel proxy nationalism.