@Jess McDyver, or whomever you really are, I am making a clear and concise historical comparison between Hitler and the Nazi's ultimate decision to remove themselves from leadership roles, in order to spare further carnage and insult to Germans., and the Hamas death cult and suicide grip on Gazan citizens. And for you to include the name Netanyahu, or any Jew, in the same sequence as Hitler and Hamas is absolutely twisted and demented. You claim to speak on behalf of Judaism. Shame shame shame.
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The conflict would be over today if Hamas surrendered and allowed an international peace keeping force to come in to restore order and start building a civil society in Gaza based on real human rights and freedoms. Even the Nazis knew when their time was up, and surrendered in order to minimize further destruction and deaths of German civilians. Hitler at least had the decency to bite down on a cyanide capsule and make room for a ceasefire leadership cohort. In that conflict, it would have been inconceivable to ask the allies to cave first, and allow that genocidal dictatorship to continue unchecked. What's most interesting is that the so-called pro-Palestinian movement and allies never say one word to protest the death grip Gaza leadership has on its civilian population. If they really wanted an end to the carnage, this would be their number one calling, but instead continue with nothing but genocidal death chants against Israel and the Jews.
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Good news and I think he is going to bring an exciting and fresh point of view to our regional gallery.
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Saahir, I did not call anyone in particular a terrorist, nor did I call anyone violent. And I certainly don't think that "all people who practice Islam are violent or terrorists." Far from it, and I'm sure you know that. People are absolutely allowed to use the term jihadist. It is a legitimate term that refers to certain groups and activities, including those involved with attacking, destabilizing, and demoralizing the State of Israel. In my opinion, any group that is calling for a permanent ceasefire at this point in time, while Hamas is still thriving and attacking Israel and Jews, has the desire of seeing Israel accept defeat, and face more existential, jihadist attacks. Lastly, I believe that statements being made by you about me, and published by the Citizen are bordering on defamation of character. Be mindful of this please.
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Anyone who says to Jewish people that their anxiety around the threat of Islamic violence is racist or a phobia (an irrational fear) is obviously is living in a fantasy world, or is pushing an agenda. Sorry Saahir, this Jew is not going to be silenced by you calling me names. This happens all too frequently, Jews being called racist and Islamophobic for speaking our truth. Next steps inevitably are to call us zionist pigs, Jewish supremacists, settler occupiers etc. etc.. The Instagram profile promoted in this article has a 100% anti-Israel agenda, in full view. Suggesting that this article does not have a political motivation behind and in front of it is disingenuous, or at least very naïve.
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Be careful PG Citizen and readers. This group has one purpose which is to promote an anti-Israel agenda. Read the description and posts in the Instagram profile carefully. It is amazing how reporters fall for jihadist propaganda so easily. And by the way, the only "murders" happening in Gaza right now by other Palestinians under the banner of Hamas.
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Wonderful news and much deserved.
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This is a very reasonable and balanced editorial opinion.
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@J Morin - some of the greatest theatrical works in history contained themes of social justice and economic inequality, right from Greek tragedies through Shakespeare and onto 20th century classics like Raisin in the Sun, 12 Angry Men, etc. etc. It seems reactionary to want to avoid theatre and other art forms simply because certain themes may admittedly get overplayed in mainstream media.
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Gentlemen Greg and Waymar10 - as the author of this brief opinion piece, I thought (or hoped) my point was to suggest that the global message of Hanukkah was that we should be free to embrace our roots and heritage - and the celebration of those should be undertaken without fear of bias, hatred and violence. Interestingly, I agree with many of the points you both make. Perhaps in this holiday season you can seek to find your common ground, rather than focus on points of difference. Especially since neither of you are facing any immediate existential threat against your identity and status in society. Enjoy your holidays and perhaps seek places where maybe your mutual hope for humanity intersect! My best to you both - I appreciate your willingness to debate and add to the conversation.
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