New Books in Jewish Studies Notes from the Field: A Personal View of the War on Gaza
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Aug 28, 2024 
In this thought-provoking discussion, Eli Karetny, a political scientist and administrative director of the Ralph Bunche Institute, shares his unique insights from his time in Israel. He describes the shift in public sentiment post-October 7, showcasing a unified front in a highly militarized society. Karetny highlights the struggles of the Bedouins amidst rising Jewish-Arab tensions and the dashed hopes for reconciliation. He also speculates on long-term regional dynamics, touching on Saudi-Israel normalization and the potential for future peace.
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Living In A Militarized Negev Town
- Eli Karetny lived in Mitzpeh Ramon in the Negev, near IDF bases and Bedouin villages.
- His location shaped a unique, more militarized local experience after October 7th.
Divisions Temporarily Give Way To Rallying
- Prewar political divisions in Israel were intense over judicial reform.
- After October 7th those divisions were temporarily suppressed as the country rallied in wartime.
Evacuee Surge Changed Daily Life
- Karetny recounts the panic and influx of 3,000 evacuees into his town after October 7th.
- A small town swelled from 5,000 to 8,000, changing daily life and community dynamics.