Tuesday, March 23, 2010

A baseless claim to silence debate

http://www.stumpreport.com/000616-nazi-ideology-alive-and-well-in-the-eu
I posted the following response to this blatantly pro-Israel article:

“You're argument that implies that anyone who is critical of the actions of Israeli is an anti-semite who supports Nazism is despicable. It is nothing more than a low-blow designed to stifle any constructive debate over the issue.

I do not deny Israel's right to exist and defend itself. However, to suggest that criticism of Israeli's actions, which at times are unjustified, is motivated by a hatred of Jews is out of line. We should condemn any attacks on innocent Palestinians just as we should condemn any attacks on innocent Israeli's, both sides are guilty in this conflict. Both sides must be willing to acknowledge that fact if peace is to be obtained.

I won't argue that there is a sense of hypocrisy in regards to Western nations criticizing Israel for expanding it's terrority. Consider however, the fact that these actions may not be in Israel's best interest as it only creates anomosity towards the state from Arabs within the region.”
I’ll update if I get a response

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