"Some Palestinians and Israelis do see eye-to-eye regarding peace and inclusive national solidarity that does not hinge on the eradication of the other. But as others have noted, “free Palestine” is not a call easily associated with peace, if at all. It is a cry for eradication at its worst, especially when espoused by Hamas."
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| Tom Stiglich |
. . ."The Basic Facts
Hundreds of pro-Palestine supporters are using the phrase “free Palestine” at rallies around the world.
The term, at first glance, can be used ambiguously—either representing a two-state solution or alternatively the complete overthrow of Israeli control.
The exact phrase is related to the expression, “from the river to the sea, Palestine shall be free,” which is known to carry anti-semitic connotations in certain contexts.
"After the events of October 7, 2023, in Israel, and Israel’s counter-strike against Hamas, thousands of pro-Palestine supporters have emerged around the US and in other countries. One rally held on Harvard’s campus had over 1,000 participants, some of whom were chanting the phrase, “free Palestine.' " . . .
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