It Could Happen Here Palestine’s Stolen Future
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Jul 7, 2025 Dana El Kurd, a Palestinian researcher and writer, dives deep into the intricacies of Palestinian politics. She discusses the legitimacy crisis facing Palestinian leadership and how international actors influence this struggle. El Kurd highlights the urgent call for change in U.S. foreign policy regarding Palestine and the implications for the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The conversation also touches on the challenges arising from the Oslo Accords and the necessity for genuine political dialogue to revitalize Palestinian governance and representation.
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Palestinians Lack Representation
- The Palestinian people are currently unrepresented by their leadership and have had no democratic say for a long time.
- Ignoring Palestinians has driven the conflict to its present impasse and no international actors have truly learned this lesson.
Gaza War Called Genocide
- The ongoing war in Gaza is identified by experts as genocide based on methods and impact.
- This mass violence and war crimes have been relentlessly unfolding for over 600 days.
Status Quo Sustained by Biden
- The Biden administration maintained Trump's Middle East policies, including support for Israel and sidelining the Palestinian issue.
- They believed the status quo was sustainable despite worsening conditions for Palestinians.
