The Inside Story Podcast Has the Zionist model failed?
Oct 7, 2024
Avshalom Elitzur, an Israeli physicist and philosopher, Eva Borgwardt from IfNotNow, and Daniel Levy, president of the U.S. Middle East Project, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the current state of Israel as a refuge for Jews. They tackle whether the Zionist model has failed, explore rising emigration among Jewish communities, and address the moral implications of Israel's actions in Gaza. The trio also examines demographic shifts, the importance of acknowledging Palestinian rights, and a hopeful vision for a peaceful two-state solution.
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Admission Of Apartheid But Hope For Democracy
- Avshalom Elitzur admits Israel is guilty of apartheid while insisting democracy made it stronger historically.
- He argues the current democratic crisis is temporary and can be reversed to restore peace and two states.
US Support Shapes Jewish Perception
- Eva Borgwardt says U.S. support for Israel's military campaign has forced many American Jews to reconsider Israel as a safe haven.
- She links Jewish and Palestinian safety and calls freedom and equality the necessary alternative.
Zionism's Crisis Tied To Palestinian Denial
- Daniel Levy argues Zionism as practised has reached a 'crashing point' because it failed to recognize Palestinian rights.
- He warns Israel is now one of the most dangerous places for Jews and must come to terms with Palestinian life to secure a future.