Uploaded: 23 Apr 2011 (16 years ago) · Shared: 07 Dec 2017
Duration: 55:59
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Explore the evolving landscape of Middle Eastern discourse as independent scholar Norman Finkelstein delivers the second part of his thought-provoking lecture, "The Coming Breakup of American Zionism," hosted by pdxjustice Media Productions at Evergreen State College. Finkelstein provides an insightful analysis of shifting political dynamics, historical narratives, and how global communities navigate long-standing geopolitical traditions. This presentation examines the ideological shifts influencing modern debate, offering valuable perspectives for anyone interested in international diplomacy, political history, and societal change.
Understanding these complex geopolitical issues requires examining the intersection of culture, politics, and religious identity. Finkelstein's discussion encourages viewers to reflect on how historic movements shape contemporary foreign policy and interfaith relations. Whether you are a student of history, a political analyst, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of global affairs, this educational video offers a compelling, informative look at critical contemporary issues, fostering broader awareness and engaging dialogue across diverse perspectives.
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Who is Norman Finkelstein?Norman Gary Finkelstein (born 1953) is an American political scientist, activist, professor, and author. His primary fields of research are the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the politics of the Holocaust, an interest motivated by the experiences of his parents who were Jewish Holocaust survivors. Finkelstein is a graduate of Binghamton University and received his Ph.D in political science at Princeton University. He has held faculty positions at Brooklyn College, Rutgers University, Hunter College, New York University, and DePaul University where he was an assistant professor from 2001 to 2007.
What is Zionism?Zionism is a political movement that supports the self-determination and homeland for Jewish people in Israel. Zionists advocate for the existence and continuation of Israel, but is used by Israel's settler movement to justify expansion and occupation into internationally recognized Palestinian lands. The 'Greater Israel' project is a frequently contentious, right-wing Zionist project linked to settlement expansion and greater land annexation concepts for a Jewish state. The project may include the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea (including the West Bank and Gaza) to biblical, larger borders stretching from the River Nile to the Euphrates. Jewish, Christian and Muslim Zionists are those Jews, Christians and Muslims who support Israel in its objectives in the 'Greater Israel' project.
What is USA?The United States of America (USA), commonly known as the United States or America. It is a country comprising 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions. At 3.8 million square miles (9.8 million km2), the United States is the world's third or fourth largest country by total area and is slightly smaller than the entire continent of Europe's 3.9 million square miles (10.1 million km2). With a population of over 327 million people, the US is the third most populous country.
