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Silvan Shalom, Israel??s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed the importance—and difficulties—of democracy in the Middle East at a speech last night to a packed room at the Taubman Building at the Kennedy School of Government...
...between politically and socially liberalizing, and being seen as American collaborators or puppets. Many Arab leaders have precariously preserved this balance in the past by partially cooperating with the U.S., but still appearing strong, Arab, and Islamic before their citizens. Due to the Iraq War, and unabated support for Israel??s oppressive occupation in Palestine, anti-American sentiment has skyrocketed in the Arab World. As a result, Arab leaders are very wary of appearing “too friendly” with the Americans. At the same time, the U.S. has placed strong pressure on Arab states...
...effect if not intent.” Summers is Jewish (and so am I, for the record). When his own group was involved, he showed sensitivity and subtlety—even if his critics missed it. Rationally or not, many Jews’ identities are tied strongly to Israel??s. So the virulence of some anti-Israel sentiment can hit us where it hurts, even if, like me, we disagree with Israel??s policies...
...comments by Sharansky, who is Israeli Minister of Jerusalem and Diaspora Affairs, elicited standing ovations from some, but also drew strong opposition from others who criticized him about Israel??s continuing conflict with the Palestinians...
...everyone was so supportive, as Sharansky was harshly questioned at both events about Israel??s treatment of Palestinian refugees...