Struggle for balance
Your recent issue on Judeophobia (NI 372) was very informative and challenging. I recognized my own struggle in finding balance in my views as I read the opening words: ‘Whether it’s antisemitism or the polar opposite, rarely are Jews seen as ordinary human beings – as flawed and perfect as everyone else.’ As a supporter of peace (for Jews and Palestinians), I admit I have, at times, found it difficult to separate the politics and military actions of the Jewish state from Jews themselves, and this in turn has given me a negative view of Israelis. However, I am proud to say that, since reading your articles, I have been able to confront the fact that I do not approve of the Israeli Government without it clouding my view of the Jewish people. I now have a new appreciation for Jewish culture and can clearly see how leftwing activists can miss seeing the wood for the trees in their own attitudes towards people groups. I believe that with this sort of educational resource available, people will be able to cease either idolizing or despising the Jews – it certainly sharpened my own beliefs.
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Voices from the margins:
Multimedia: video, podcasts, and more.
- Poetry Slam in Zimbabwe
- The House of Hunger poetry slam held in Zimbabwe in 2006, and organised by the Pamberi Trust, showcased young artists performing inspirational work on issues from corporate power to child soldiers. The video features four of the poets.
Published by Pambazuka News.
- Iranian women speak out
- 3 March 2007, London. Women's rights activists marched through the English capital last week to celebrate International Women's Day with a protest against the misogyny of the Islamic regime in Iran and the threat of invasion by the US. Hear the voices of Iranian feminists Azar and Leila Parnian and the sounds of the demonstration as it passed through the heart of the city. Click here to learn more about the campaign.
Produced by Heidi Bachram.
- Raised Voices audio:
- Benny from West Papua on Corporate Power
- Vinayan from India on agriculture
