Myths

Israel policy myth #3: trying to stem a flood of migrants
To justify draconian and inhumane measures against refugees, the Israeli government claims the country is flooded by work migrants from impoverished countries. The facts do not bear this out, to put it mildly. In Israel today, there are two classes of immigrants. One is composed of those who come under the Law of Return, which…
By Roi Maor June 27, 2011
Art on the Separation Barrier in Bethlehem (photo: James Chen)
Israel policy myth #2: Separation between Jews and Arabs is not racist
Racist attitudes against Arabs are widespread in Israel. Numerous official policies segregate and separate Jews from Palestinians, with a vastly discriminatory effect and intent. Justifications alluding to security needs, or alleging that separation is based on citizenship rather than ethnic origin, do not withstand close scrutiny. One of the most acrimonious controversies surrounding Israeli policy…
By Roi Maor June 22, 2011
Israeli Soldiers Guard Settlers at an Illegal Outpost near Hebron. Photo: Mairav Zonszein)
Israel policy myth #1: security is our first concern
Although Israel does face some significant security threats, it is very hard to explain the priorities and decisions of its leadership by the need to address these threats. This is the first part in a series about the top ten myths regarding Israeli policy. Even some critics of Israeli policy regarding the Palestinians and Arab…
By Roi Maor June 19, 2011
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Top ten myths about Israeli policy
In the next few weeks, I will write a separate post about each of the top ten myths about Israeli policy, tackling the obfuscation and confusion that often characterize discussions of official Israeli positions and actions, at home and abroad. My top ten list appears below Inspired by the fascinating series on constitutional myths in…
By Roi Maor June 16, 2011
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