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Lex Fridman Podcast

#418 – Israel-Palestine Debate: Finkelstein, Destiny, M. Rabbani & Benny Morris

Mar 14, 2024
Norman Finkelstein, a historian known for his critical views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, joins Israeli historian Benny Morris, Middle East analyst Mouin Rabbani, and political commentator Steven Bonnell (Destiny). They engage in a profound debate about the historical complexities of the conflict, discussing pivotal events like the Nakba and the 1948 partition. The conversation dives into themes of resistance strategies, moral implications of military actions, and the narrative of selective outrage, shedding light on the intricate dynamics of this longstanding issue.
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  • Debate on transfer in Zionism delves into historical complexities and differing interpretations.
  • Repercussions of Palestinian rejection of land distributions lead to enduring statelessness and loss.

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The Issue of Transfer in Zionist Thinking

The debate delves into the concept of transfer in Zionist ideologies, with differing viewpoints presented. The speakers discuss how transfer was discussed by early Zionist leaders like Israel Zangwill and Theodor Herzl. While some argue that transfer was central to Zionist ideology, others, like Prof. Morris, contend that it was not a core tenet but a nuanced issue affected by practical challenges and historical contexts.

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