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Articles in Israel/Palestine (3)

The Clowns Aren’t Funny Anymore

When pompous pundits and politicos begin to rationalize crimes against humanity, it’s no longer possible to laugh at them. The correct reaction is horror, disgust, and a determination to end their influence.




Send the Pope to Gaza

If all his lofty words about morality and care for the innocent are supposed to mean anything, Leo should break the blockade himself.


Wait, Why Is Israel Allowed To Have Nukes?

According to our elected leaders, we should be very scared of the possibility that Iran could get a nuclear bomb. But Israel already has them, and its government is increasingly unstable and belligerent.

Against All Violence

The killing of civilians is wrong. It fuels a cycle of hatred and trauma. It has no justification. So why don’t we apply that lesson consistently? Why are some mourned more than others?