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What’s in a word? – “Apartheid”

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Published: 23 August 2015

Last updated: 4 March 2024

It's time to admit it. Israeli policy Is what it is: Apartheid – Bradley Burston – Haaretz 17.08.15
“I used to be one of those people who took issue with the label of apartheid as applied to Israel. Not anymore.”
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But see also:
Israel has many injustices. But it is not an apartheid state - Benjamin Pogrund - The Guardian 22.05.15
“In South Africa, I saw real apartheid up close.  These claims against Israel are a distraction from the battle for justice for Palestinians.”

Why 'apartheid' is not part of the solution - Melanie Takefman - The Times of Israel 20.08.15

“Apartheid”? Blame the Geneva Convention – Evelyn Gordon – Commentary 05.08.14

The Israel-Apartheid Debate - Special Coverage - +972 Magazine 2014
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