Just the fact that he refers to betrayal as" hurting people's feelings" speaks volumes. He, like many others who have their heads where the sun doesn't shine, ignore the fact that Jews were kicked out of every Middle Eastern country in which we landed. . So if we are talking about apartheid, it is necessary to correct the record and make it accurate. Also, I wonder why it is so easy for him to dismiss the fact that Jews as a group have probably stood up for black people more than any other group because we understand that racism and anti-Semitism are simply two sides of the same sword. Apparently he does not understand this or he chooses to ignore that reality. The same people that want us to examine our racism have absolutely no qualms about ignoring their own anti-Semitism. This is not " hurt feelings". This is sickening.
Apartheid as a rationalization for inflicting present day apartheid. Not an argument that occupies any moral high ground.
And, of course, black Americans, like the Irish, are acutely sensitive to gross ethnic preferences and ethnic discrimination against others. And just as you too are as you roll out antisemitism as the basis for the rationalization of discriminatory behaviors.
Please find every review of his book and publish this as a response. I couldn’t bear to watch him on John Stewart because I knew he’d get exalted as a hero. Tony Dekoupil got slammed in the WaPo for calling him out of the CBS morning show. I’m tired of screams of racism and then embracing antisemitism out of the other side of people’s mouths. Thank you for this. It’s actually pretty difficult to view honest reviews of this fake. Hopefully he’ll disappear into the woodwork soon.
I hear you. There are certain authors out there who style themselves (or I guess their PR people do it for them) as people who can't possibly be criticized. Well...
I admire the fact you have the stomach to read through such a screed and then to comment on it. Celebration of a shallow pseudo intellectual is hardly new, of course. But he is not a scholar of anything in so far as I can ascertain, and a very poor journalist. People like him slip in between the cracks of politician/writer/victim/PR promoter/social activisit/“esteemed professor”/cultural icon, and that is why they are so hard to engage with: they play all roles, at once, slyly and disingenuously challenging you to name the one you think is the most salient, or the most grippable, at any given minute, merrily slipping into the next role the moment you think you have successfully challenged them. It is like trying to attack a religious leader for their ideas: their followers quicky swarm around, singing their praises and drowning you out. This is a shame, because anti-black bigotry is a real thing - I have personally witnessed virulent examples - and represents a significant barrier to countless millions. I am not sure his brand of propoganda will help sway opinions in a positive way - but who can say? Historical irony surrounds us all just over the horizon. I strongly believe, however, that before American Blacks continue to compare themselves to Palestinians they should learn their language and go live among them. Specificity is a sorely lacking ingredient, akin to “tourism journalism” you take apart.
Just the fact that he refers to betrayal as" hurting people's feelings" speaks volumes. He, like many others who have their heads where the sun doesn't shine, ignore the fact that Jews were kicked out of every Middle Eastern country in which we landed. . So if we are talking about apartheid, it is necessary to correct the record and make it accurate. Also, I wonder why it is so easy for him to dismiss the fact that Jews as a group have probably stood up for black people more than any other group because we understand that racism and anti-Semitism are simply two sides of the same sword. Apparently he does not understand this or he chooses to ignore that reality. The same people that want us to examine our racism have absolutely no qualms about ignoring their own anti-Semitism. This is not " hurt feelings". This is sickening.
Yes. 100%.
Apartheid as a rationalization for inflicting present day apartheid. Not an argument that occupies any moral high ground.
And, of course, black Americans, like the Irish, are acutely sensitive to gross ethnic preferences and ethnic discrimination against others. And just as you too are as you roll out antisemitism as the basis for the rationalization of discriminatory behaviors.
Please find every review of his book and publish this as a response. I couldn’t bear to watch him on John Stewart because I knew he’d get exalted as a hero. Tony Dekoupil got slammed in the WaPo for calling him out of the CBS morning show. I’m tired of screams of racism and then embracing antisemitism out of the other side of people’s mouths. Thank you for this. It’s actually pretty difficult to view honest reviews of this fake. Hopefully he’ll disappear into the woodwork soon.
I hear you. There are certain authors out there who style themselves (or I guess their PR people do it for them) as people who can't possibly be criticized. Well...
They’re a sign of the times and because of their lack of true thoughtful &/or academic processes will eventually fade. Not soon enough I’m afraid.
Tony Dukoupil has been called to heel and he should be ashamed of himself as he reflects on his behavior in the harsh light of day.
I admire the fact you have the stomach to read through such a screed and then to comment on it. Celebration of a shallow pseudo intellectual is hardly new, of course. But he is not a scholar of anything in so far as I can ascertain, and a very poor journalist. People like him slip in between the cracks of politician/writer/victim/PR promoter/social activisit/“esteemed professor”/cultural icon, and that is why they are so hard to engage with: they play all roles, at once, slyly and disingenuously challenging you to name the one you think is the most salient, or the most grippable, at any given minute, merrily slipping into the next role the moment you think you have successfully challenged them. It is like trying to attack a religious leader for their ideas: their followers quicky swarm around, singing their praises and drowning you out. This is a shame, because anti-black bigotry is a real thing - I have personally witnessed virulent examples - and represents a significant barrier to countless millions. I am not sure his brand of propoganda will help sway opinions in a positive way - but who can say? Historical irony surrounds us all just over the horizon. I strongly believe, however, that before American Blacks continue to compare themselves to Palestinians they should learn their language and go live among them. Specificity is a sorely lacking ingredient, akin to “tourism journalism” you take apart.
Thanks. Wading through antisemitic bs for educational purposes is one of the few things I do well. =P