Here are two claims that seem clearly true. First, Jews have long suffered at the hands of others and the attack on October 7 was a horrific work of evil that was piled on top of previous antisemitic violence. Second, Palestinians have long suffered at the hands of others and the Israeli government’s military response in Gaza is adding extensive suffering there.
I partly think we are in agreement, but I’m not sure. Do you mean defending either side in war will require a base in feelings while rejecting war is based in reason? I think war can sometimes be based in reason. I suspect peace can be advocated for on the basis of feelings.
Well stated. Universities should play a major role facilitating this discourse, but are failing to do so,
Thanks! Unfortunately, I agree about the way Universities are now failing.
As always a well written and timely piece!
Thank you Neil!
Ah, then we agree! Thanks for clarifying!
I partly think we are in agreement, but I’m not sure. Do you mean defending either side in war will require a base in feelings while rejecting war is based in reason? I think war can sometimes be based in reason. I suspect peace can be advocated for on the basis of feelings.