
Behind the News: Israel's Imperial Patrons w/ Rashid Khalidi
Jacobin Radio
Hegemony Erodes Amidst Truths of Oppression
Public opinion reflects a declining hegemony, confronting narratives that rely on unfounded allegations to suppress calls for Palestinian freedom and condemnations of violence against civilians. Despite this shift, mainstream institutions—including corporate media, academia, and political figures—continue to propagate dominant narratives that mischaracterize Israel as 'the only democracy in the Middle East,' ignoring the severe humanitarian crisis faced by Palestinians under military occupation. Assertions that equate oppressive conditions with democratic values are prevalent, illustrating a disturbing disconnect between proclaimed ideals and the lived realities of affected populations.
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