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I'm an Israeli patriot who cares deeply about my country. I acknowledge that there is no symmetry in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, as it is an unjust Israeli occupation that needs to end. The current regime in Israel is one of the most brutal and cruel in the world, and it can only be described as apartheid. In the occupied territories, one people have all the rights while the other does not. Anyone who has been there or is fair-minded can see this reality. Visit the Jordan Valley to witness it firsthand.

I grew up as an Orthodox Jew and a Zionist, with a strong connection to Israel. However, I believe that the current Israeli government is exploiting the guilt of the Holocaust to justify their mistreatment of Palestinians. The Israeli army spokesperson's response to the killing of Palestinians was reminiscent of Nazi ideology. It's important to note that Israel was born out of Jewish terrorism, and the government's refusal to negotiate with Hamas has had dire consequences. Military means cannot solve the issue, as there are millions of Palestinians who are treated poorly by Israel. It's time for our government to take a stand and impose sanctions on Israel for their unacceptable conduct.

As an American with Israeli citizenship, I was raised to believe that Israel was always defending itself and that Palestinians were the aggressors. However, my perspective has changed. The ongoing issues in Palestine, including open-air prisons, checkpoints, blockades, and violations of human rights, have opened my eyes. Palestinians face challenges such as limited access to water, electricity, and the COVID vaccine. Children are separated from their families, and homes are taken by Zionists. It is crucial for everyone to support a free Palestine. This injustice must come to an end immediately.

I am an American Jew who recently lived in Israel for four months. When you visit the territories around the West Bank and Gaza, you see the wall, surveillance cameras pointed at Palestinians' homes, and autonomous weapons at checkpoints. It's hard to understand the reality of occupation unless you witness it firsthand. Growing up as a Palestinian child, you know that the country you live in hates you and is willing to kill you based on video footage. Israel's advanced technology allows them to target Hamas members without bombing the entire region. This level of intelligence suggests that Israel's actions are a massacre and genocide, driven by white supremacy, dictatorship, and control over a people who are innocent of the crimes committed against them.

I know war, and what’s happening in Palestine is not a war; it’s genocide and ethnic cleansing aimed at taking land from a specific people. This is fundamentally wrong. As an American and a patriot, I feel compelled to speak out against this injustice. The fact that US taxpayers are funding this situation adds to the frustration. We must put an end to this.

Israel is often called the only democracy in the Middle East, but there is a cruel tyranny in its backyard. The Israeli society lives in denial, believing they have the right to do whatever they want because they are the chosen people and the only victims. They see themselves as superior to the Palestinians, who they believe are not equal human beings. This deep-rooted belief is a key issue that prevents progress and the realization of dreams. As long as Israelis don't change their perception of Palestinians, nothing will move forward.

As a Holocaust survivor, I initially believed in the Zionist dream of a Jewish state. However, I soon realized that achieving this dream meant oppressing and expelling the local Palestinian population. The Nakba, or catastrophe, was the foundation of Israel, yet it is not allowed to be mentioned. During my visit to the occupied territories, I witnessed the brutality of the occupation, including the destruction of olive groves and denial of water rights. Palestinians are trapped in what is often referred to as the world's largest outdoor prison. Criticizing Israel does not make one an anti-Semite; it is about standing up for Palestinian rights and justice. The Western press often portrays Palestinians as terrorists while giving Israel less criticism. Israeli historians, professors, and soldiers have spoken out against Israeli policies. It is important for people, regardless of their background, to speak up against injustice and not be silenced by accusations of anti-Semitism.

Israel and Palestine are not two separate countries at war, but rather one territory ruled by one government and one army. However, there are significant differences in the rights and privileges granted to Israeli Jews and Palestinians. Palestinians are divided into four areas with different ID cards that determine their rights and freedoms. They face restrictions on movement, limited political rights, and discrimination in various aspects of life. Israel has also implemented policies that prioritize Jewish development and expropriate Palestinian land. These practices align with the legal definition of apartheid, including intent to dominate, systematic oppression, and inhumane acts. The Israeli government's control over the entire territory further supports the accusation of apartheid.

I used to support Israel, but after witnessing the situation in Gaza, I can no longer stand with them. While I don't condone Hamas, I can't condemn the Palestinian people either. The more I learned, the worse it got. Israel has been continuously punishing the Palestinians, not caring about civilian lives. They bomb and slaughter them to break their spirit, not just the terrorists. Their goal is to make the Palestinians stop resisting Israeli occupation. The more I dig, the more I realize that Israel's position is indefensible.

I am here today to support the oppressed people and stand against the occupation. Israel, in my view, is a colonial apartheid genocidal state that does not represent Judaism. I was exploited when I was younger, living in Israel and learning the language. As I delved deeper, I realized the horror of this state exploiting our trauma from the Holocaust to oppress another people. They deserve the same rights as everyone else. I became aware of this in 2014 when I witnessed Israel's massacre in Gaza. Since then, I have separated my Jewish identity from this occupying fascist brutality. Today, I march with the Palestinians and support justice for all oppressed peoples. Thank you for speaking with me.

Israel has a right to exist and defend itself, but Palestinians are often ignored. Palestinians are treated as third-class citizens and face apartheid-like conditions. The Israeli government evicts Palestinians from their land, which is then used for Israeli settlements. Palestinians have limited control over their lives, with restrictions on building permits, water supply, solar energy, medical treatment, electricity, fishing, and transportation. The US government supports Israel and considers Hamas, the governing party in Gaza, a terrorist organization. Palestinians have chosen Hamas due to their frustration with Israeli oppression. Israel and the US need to adopt new approaches towards Palestinians. The Palestinian people face apartheid, deprivation, and civil rights violations. This information is readily available, but one must actively seek it out.

Israel was built on the ruins of another society, displacing and disregarding the native people. Israel denies responsibility for the costs of the occupation despite 26 years of military control. Without the resources left by the British, Israel wouldn't exist. Palestinians in Gaza suffer due to Israeli policies, with destroyed economy, deportations, and living in dire conditions. This is unacceptable, even for the Jewish people who have also suffered. Victimizing others because of past victimization has its limits.

I was raised as an Orthodox Jew and a Zionist. My parents fled Poland and settled in Britain. The current Israeli government manipulates guilt to justify mistreatment of Palestinians. They prioritize Jewish lives over Palestinian lives. Military force won't solve this issue. Even after the fighting ends, there will still be millions of Palestinians suffering in Gaza and the West Bank. The Israeli government's conduct and policies are unacceptable. Our government should impose a complete arms ban on Israel. We need genuine peace, not conquest, which is the Israelis' unattainable goal. They are not just criminals, but also fools.

As a former Zionist and Holocaust survivor, I believed in the salvation of the Jewish people through Zionism. However, I later discovered that the state of Israel was founded through the expulsion and massacres of the local population. To understand the present situation and move forward, we must consider the historical context and address the ongoing occupation and suppression of Palestinians. Coexistence has been nonexistent, with oppression, periodic massacres, and land occupation in the West Bank. I have personally witnessed the devastating effects of this occupation. It is crucial to return the stolen land and work towards recognition, peace, and an end to this brutal occupation for the sake of both Israelis and Palestinians.

As an American Jew deeply involved in Judaism, I had a profound experience when I visited Palestinians in the West Bank. It reminded me of the Jim Crow South, witnessing people living without rights, citizenship, or freedom of movement. They endure a harsh military legal system. While I don't agree with Mifda, who supports violence, it's important to acknowledge what Ilhan Omar said: people should see the situation for themselves. I've never met anyone who hasn't been transformed by such an experience. It's similar to visiting SNCC during the civil rights movement and dismissing them based on connections or anti-white sentiments.

As a Jewish person, I want to make it clear that I am against the existence of the Zionist state of Israel. The oppression and cruelty inflicted upon the Palestinian people is not in the name of our religion or the Star of David. Judaism and the Torah forbid Jews from having our own sovereignty since the destruction of the temples. We are also forbidden from killing or stealing. Taking land away from the Palestinians goes against my religion and is completely contradictory.

I am not pulling my perspective on Israel Palestine out of thin air. I have studied and researched this extensively. As a Jewish woman raised by a Zionist family, I have overcome my pro-Israel bias to see the viciousness and violence of the Zionist state. My college experience and coursework on Israeli-Palestinian politics further solidified my pro-Palestine stance. This conflict is not as complicated as people make it out to be. It stems from Britain and the US wanting to exploit Palestine for military labor and land colonization. The establishment of Israel was never intended as a gift for Jews, but rather a trap to exploit the land and its people. Israel's actions over the years amount to a genocide, slowly exhausting and harming the Palestinian population while benefiting the primary stakeholders.

As a Holocaust survivor, I initially believed in the Zionist dream of a Jewish state. However, I soon realized that achieving this dream involved oppressing and expelling the local Palestinian population. The Nakba, or catastrophe, was the foundation of Israel but is not acknowledged in the country. During my visit to the occupied territories, I witnessed the brutality of the occupation, including the denial of water rights and destruction of Palestinian olive groves. Palestinians are trapped in what is essentially an outdoor prison. Criticizing Israel does not make one an antisemite; it is about standing up for Palestinian rights and justice. The Western press often portrays Palestinians as terrorists while giving Israel less criticism. Israeli historians, professors, and soldiers have spoken out against Israeli policies, providing ample information for those willing to seek the truth. It is crucial for people of goodwill, regardless of their religious background, to challenge the silencing tactics and support justice, liberty, freedom, and truth.

The Palestinians live under Israeli government control, which many consider oppressive. Israel and America need to change their approach. Palestinians have been deprived of their land for over 70 years, leading to deep frustration. They face apartheid, lack basic necessities, and endure civil rights violations. This is not a secret; it's visible if you look for it.

The speaker criticizes Israel for the treatment of Palestinians, comparing it to apartheid in South Africa. They argue that Israel is motivated by a desire to acquire Palestinian land and exclude Palestinians from their own property. They highlight the lack of awareness and debate on this issue in the United States. The second speaker agrees and wishes for more open discussion. They ask about the responsibility of both Israelis and Palestinians in the conflict. The first speaker blames the conflict on Israel's occupation of Palestinian land, which violates international resolutions and commitments. They acknowledge acts of violence by Palestinians but do not excuse them.

Jewish settlers in Chevon have the same rights as those in Jerusalem, while Palestinians live under Israeli military rule. The speaker acknowledges the injustice and oppression they witnessed during their service, feeling like a terrorist rather than a protector. They describe their mission to instill fear in Palestinians and the use of Palestinian homes as military posts. Despite facing consequences and incitement campaigns, they emphasize the importance of speaking out against the Israeli occupation and standing in solidarity with the Palestinians.

I'm Alec, an anti-Zionist Jew living in Israel. I believe this state operates as an apartheid system, having ethnically cleansed and brutalized many people since its inception. The ongoing occupation and violence are necessary for its existence as a Jewish state, which I oppose. I see this identity as the root of our problems and long for a day when it is replaced with one that reflects freedom and equality for all citizens. Free Palestine, and please share this message.

I'm here today because as a Jewish Israeli, I cannot support the genocide happening in Palestine. The British government's support for Israel, along with the media's backing, is illegal and immoral. We will always stand against it. Many people in Britain also oppose the government on various issues, including this one. The conflict between Israelis and Palestinians didn't start recently; it began in 1948 when numerous Palestinian villages were destroyed, thousands of innocent Palestinians were killed, and hundreds of thousands became refugees. This violence has persisted ever since.

I grew up in Jerusalem in a Zionist family with a strong political background. Based on my personal experience and family history, I firmly believe that Israel is an apartheid state. It was never intended to be a democracy, as establishing a Jewish state in an Arab country inherently excludes the possibility of true democracy.

Speaker: The speaker begins by saying they used to be a Zionist and are a Holocaust survivor, noting that Zionism was very important for them as a salvation of the Jewish people until they discovered that the state was founded based on the extirpation, the explosion, and multiple massacres of the local population. They insist that this is not historically controversial. They urge taking a longer view to understand the present situation, and argue that the present occupation and the suppression of the Palestinians must not continue in order to move forward. They reference Sharon, mentioning a previous guest who spoke about fragile coexistence, and assert that there was no coexistence at all. The speaker describes oppression, periodic massacres, land occupation in the West Bank, and the continuous expulsion of the population from their homes. They recount visiting the occupied territories three times, including the first time during the first intifada when they cried every day for two weeks at what they witnessed. They state that this cannot go on. The speaker then references news about the algin marbles being returned and questions how the other person “changed your mind about that,” specifically regarding returning the land that’s been stolen from the Palestinians—clarifying they are not talking about the state of Israel, but about since 1967 and what is happening now. They insist that there must be some stop to what is happening, and frame this as being for the sake of both Israelis and Palestinians.