Growing Up in Jerusalem

Growing up in Jerusalem profoundly shaped Mohamed Elkurd's political consciousness and worldview. His experience of living in an average neighborhood affected by dispossession and ethnic cleansing highlights the personal impact of colonial policies. In his narrative, the presence of settlers in his home illustrates the intimate nature of colonization, which frequently manifests in everyday life through persecution and legal battles. Elkurd stresses the importance of understanding these violent patterns of displacement across historic Palestine, offering a vital personal perspective that infuses depth into discussions about colonization.