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It is abundantly clear that Israel is a rogue state that openly commits the worst crimes known to humanity. Yet at the same time, it is a sophisticated, wealthy nation with an educated, civilian army. How can this be explained?
According to bestselling writer Martin Cohen, this mismatch must be understood in terms of political ideology.
In this talk, political philosopher Cohen teases out the direct links between the dangerous ideas of Israel’s Founding Fathers and the horrors of today.
He examines the toxic mix of European racism and Christian fundamentalism at the heart of Zionism, forces that have combined to produce the modern settler-colonial state of Israel.
Martin Cohen is a writer specialising in philosophy, ethics and social science. His new book 'Israel–Palestine and the Case for One State: The Theft of a People’s Land, Lives and Identity', published by Anthem Press, has won praise from Dr Ilan Pappé, at the University of Exeter, who says:
“Martin Cohen offers both a distinctive contribution to the history of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict and a blueprint for its future. Drawing on deep knowledge of philosophy and comparative history, this rich analysis provides essential context for understanding today’s realities and future possibilities.”
The book will be available to buy on the night.
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Stade Hall, Hastings, United Kingdom
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