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For the record, I will say that Gilad Aztmon has been treated shabbily. His book is important and courageous. (I have my disagreements.) His critics either have not read his work or they lie about what he says. The disavowal statements are shameful.
Amen!
Gilad is not a hater. He is, however, an advocate of rigorous self-examination. He believes in the freest inquiry, unencumbered by taboo and political correctness.
In my view Gilad makes a very important contribution to the discussion, and I am happy to come to his defense. I see him in the tradition of Spinoza, Karl Kraus, and Israel Shahak -- wise and courageous. The lies about him are ridiculous, and those who spread them mostly likely have not read his book.
Absurd!
How many of these same people now want war with Iran on the table?
I am sickened.
It has been said that when Ron Paul posed in that picture, he did not know with whom he was standing. At public events it is common for people to approach the speaker and ask if he or she may have a picture taken. It would be fair to note this point. If someone can show otherwise, I will be happy to acknowledge the error.
As I recall, nobody liked the kid who said the emperor had no clothes either.
I am certainly not thankful for people who find advantage in fanning other people's bigoted hysteria.
Excellent summary, Philip. Your contrast of Abbas and Netanyahu is right on the mark. The difference couldn't have been more stark. I applaud Abbas for not only doing what is right but also for maneuvering Obama into this uncomfortable corner. Now we will see things the way they are.
With radicals like this, who needs reactionaries?
I just read Rabbi Berger's "A Partisan History of Judaism." I learned so much, plus I was moved. What a great spirit he was! What a tradition he represented! I would like to be part of a revival.
I second that suggestion.
I too enjoyed the book very much. For one thing, it taught me about the heroic Isaac Mayer Wise, founder of American Classical Reform Judaism. How impoverished my Jewish education was! Jack's achievement is invaluable.
Mazel tov, Jack! And thanks for the link, Philip. I had casual personal acquaintances with Rabbi Berger and Alfred Lilienthal, and I'm learning much from Jack's book.
Inspiring!
First, Hanan Ashrawi is heroic. Second, how did I miss the Makdisi book?! Thanks for bringing it to my attention. I've read a quite a bit now (via Kindle) and think it is fantastic. Highly recommended!
Sad, indeed. I'll graciously accept my excommunication status.