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  • The Psychology of the Israel vs. Palestine Conflict: A War Between Zionism & Arab Nationalism

    The Psychology of the Israel vs. Palestine Conflict: A War Between Zionism & Arab Nationalism

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    The history behind the conflict between Israel and Palestine is complex and has a long history. Israel has decimated Palestine at the end of 2023. This genocide, which some refer to as ‘ethnic cleansing’ is a strong punishment. It is authoritarian; though much provoked through longitudinal and multigenerational attacks. Just getting to understand a timeline about how there are radically antisemitic Arab movements, and taking into account the myriads of attempts that have taken place to end the Jews is enough to at least feel concerned but empathetic. In other words, we must acknowledge that Palestine provoked this for a long time and that Jews have severe trauma from the war against the Nazis. 

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    The Israel vs. Palestine conflict is a complex and protracted struggle that has spanned decades. Politicians, historians, and scholars have long debated the religious, political, and socioeconomic aspects of the conflict. However, it is crucial to acknowledge the critical role played by psychology in shaping the conflict. By exploring the psychological dimensions, we can better understand the motivations, emotions, and actions of individuals involved, paving the way for a more empathetic and nuanced understanding of this deeply rooted conflict.

    1. Historical Context

    To understand the psychology of the Israel vs. Palestine conflict, it is essential to delve into the historical backdrop. Both Israelis and Palestinians inhabit a land with deep cultural, religious, and historical significance to their respective communities. The trauma and collective memories of past events such as the Holocaust, the Nakba, and ensuing conflicts have shaped the identity and psyche of these nations.

    1917

    Balfour Declaration

    Great Britain’s declaration made Jews migrate to Palestine, and these were not entirely welcome by the Arabs.

    1920-1921.

    Palestine Arab National Hatred

    “The architect of the Palestinian Arab national movement, immediately marked Jewish national movement  and Jewish immigration to Palestine as the sole enemy to his cause,[30] initiating large-scale riots against the Jews”

    (Wikipedia)

    1936-1939

    The Great Palestinian Revolt

    Arabs demanded ‘Arab independence and the end of the policy of open-ended Jewish immigration and land purchases with the stated goal of establishing a “Jewish National Home”.

    The uprising coincided with a peak in the influx of immigrant Jews, some 60,000 that year – the Jewish population having grown under British auspices from 57,000 to 320,000 in 1935′

    (Wikipedia)

    1939-1945.

    Palestinians sided with Hitler

    When the war against the Nazis took place, immigration to Palestine by Jews doubled. Palestinians supported Nazis during World War II, so unlike popular opinion; Jews were harmed by Palestinians at the time. This situation intensified in recurrence, as Jews were relentlessly attacked by Arabs.

    1948

    The Conflict Escalates

    Eventually, as more Jews arrived, and in 1948 with Israel’s independence; things began to escalate to the point when the Jews planned to ethnically cleanse Palestine. Palestinians were therefore dispossessed.

    SIGNIFICANCE FOR ISRAEL:
    “The more religious among the aspirants in the West regarded the return of the Jews to Palestine as a chapter in the divine scheme, precipitating the second coming of Christ and the creation of a pietist state there” (Pilger, 2011, The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine, p. 24)

    WHO STARTED THE CONFLICT?
    Palestine did, and incessantly persisted. Perhaps this is the most shocking part. The idea that Palestine was relentless in how it molested Israel.

    THE START OF THE WAR:
    “Following the Declaration of the Establishment of the State of Israel on 14 May 1948, the Arab League decided to intervene on behalf of Palestinian Arabs, marching their forces into former British Palestine, beginning the main phase of the 1948 Arab–Israeli War.[35] The overall fighting, leading to around 15,000 casualties, resulted in cease-fire and armistice agreements of 1949″

    FORENSIC ASSUMPTION:
    This and other provocations, along with Israel’s World War II traumas might have played a role in these outcomes which included the act of genocide as a retaliation.  

    1948-2021

    Israeli-Arab (On and Off) War

    The two states continued to fight and then make diplomatic agreements, only to fight again, and again. This has been going for a long time. Palestine at several times tried to help Nazis even in the 70s. Israel continued to retaliate in brutal ways due to relentless militant attacks from Palestine.

    “Israel’s 1948 Plan D, mentioned in the preface, contains a repertoire of cleansing methods that one by one fit the means the UN describes in its definition of ethnic cleansing, and sets the background for the massacres that accompanied the massive expulsion”. (Pilger, 2011, The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine, p. 24)

    “And when the main objective became making Palestine exclusively Jewish rather than socialist, it was significantly the Labour movement within Zionism that instituted and implemented the ethnic cleansing of the local population.“(Pilger, 2011, The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine, p. 37)

    2021

    Apartheid

    “In April 2021, Human Rights Watch released its report A Threshold Crossed, making accusations that the policies of Israel towards Palestinians living in Israel, the West Bank and Gaza constituted the crime of apartheid. A further report titled Israel’s Apartheid Against Palestinians: Cruel System of Domination and Crime Against Humanity was released by Amnesty International on 1 February 2022”

    (Wikipedia)

    2023

    Are Jews behaving in similar ways to how the Nazis behaved during World War II?

    Yes, this could be generational trauma, experiences of reaction formation in relation to the status quo ante; and ultimately disproportionate displacement, as new generations in Palestine have to pay for the errors of their ancestors. So indeed, they are behaving similarly to how the Nazis behaved with the Jews.  The reaction formation is serious, and it is concerning to understand the intergenerational introjections from the Nazi control.

    On October 7, Hamas invaded Israel and killed hundreds of Israelis in brutal ways which included sadistic rape. This was the trigger that led Israel to finally “end” the problem (BBC News, 2013) More than 18,000 Palestinians have been murdered, including many children. This is tragic because children are innocent (Beaumont, P, 2023, The Guardian).

    Of course, Israel does not want to lose in the way that Nazi Germany humiliated them. But perhaps they have lost track of the proportions of force being used against Palestinians. It gets really complicated to touch the topic of Hamas, as it has caused so much suffering in Israel. Everything is a tragedy, that is for sure. Now Israel is committing a genocide since October. Much of the world population have expressed support for Palestine online.

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    2. Identity and Group Dynamics

    The conflict between Israel and Palestine often revolves around identity, as individuals identify strongly with their respective groups. This group identity forms the basis for social cohesion, but it can also lead to discrimination, stereotyping, and even dehumanisation of the “other.” This sense of in-group solidarity has perpetuated a cycle of violence and retaliation, as each side tries to protect and assert its own identity.

    3. Cognitive Bias and Perception

    Psychological biases significantly influence individuals’ views and interpretations of conflicts. Confirmation bias, for example, leads people to interpret information in a way that supports their pre-existing beliefs, reinforcing the existing divisions. Similarly, the availability heuristic often leads people to rely on more accessible, emotionally charged information regarding traumatic events, perpetuating negative perceptions of the “other” group.

    4. Trauma and its Impact

    The Israel vs. Palestine conflict has had a profound impact on individuals and communities on both sides. Experiences of violence, displacement, and loss create long-lasting psychological trauma. This trauma can contribute to feelings of anger, mistrust, and the continuation of the cycle of violence. Furthermore, intergenerational trauma perpetuates the conflict as experiences and narratives are handed down from one generation to the next.

    5. Moving Towards Resolution

    Resolving the Israel vs. Palestine conflict necessitates recognising and addressing the psychological dimensions at play. Reconciliation efforts should focus on encouraging empathy, understanding, and dialogue between the two communities. Education and awareness campaigns can help combat stereotypes, promote critical thinking, and encourage mutual recognition of the other’s pain and narratives. Emphasising shared objectives, such as security, justice, and prosperity, can help rebuild trust and establish a common ground for meaningful negotiations.

    6. What is the Israeli-Palestinian status quo?

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    Israeli music shows how aggressive the ego quo of Israel is at the moment, and at the heart of these cultural expressions lay revenge motivations. Whereas the Arab League’s music is also quite interesting though humbler. These cultural expressions give us a glimpse into the ego quo of these two- should I say- jurisdictions? Moreover, both artworks have the option to place English subtitles, translating the song lyrics. This is how one can usefully take a look at trends in these cultures.

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    7. So, is Israel Showing Fascist or Nazi Behaviours?

    In regards to the question about whether  Israel is being fascist, the answer is yes, and as expressed above, Israel is behaving in similar ways to Nazi Germany, but it is understandable. They cannot be Nazi because Nazi entails antisemitic; and Jews are not antisemitic. Then we have Zionists and anti-Zionists manifesting extremely against each other. The truth is that Israel is winning this war, and it was provoked incessantly; yet, a genocide was a very psychopathic response of retaliation, all of  which might be the result of intergenerational trauma. 

    Conclusion

    The Israel vs. Palestine conflict is complex, with religious, historical, and political dimensions central to the struggle. However, it is crucial not to overlook the psychological elements that contribute to the perpetuation of the conflict. By understanding the psychological aspects, we can develop more comprehensive and human-focused approaches to conflict resolution, fostering empathy, understanding, and ultimately, a path towards peace. It is only by addressing the psychological wounds and perspectives on both sides that a lasting solution can be achieved for the people of Israel and Palestine.

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  • Marx vs. Hegel: Political, Economic, and Social Theory

    Marx vs. Hegel: Political, Economic, and Social Theory

    In the realm of philosophical thought, there are certain battles that continue to captivate the minds of scholars and provoke intense debate. One such battle is the clash between two titans of philosophy: Marx and Hegel. Karl Marx, the father of communism, and Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, a preeminent figure in German idealism, have offered radically different frameworks to understand the world, sparking a perpetual struggle of ideas that continues to influence political, economic, and social theory.

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    At the core of their disagreement lies their understanding of history. Hegel, with his dialectical method, envisioned history as a progression of ideas, driven by a conflict between opposing forces, leading to the development of new concepts and eventually culminating in a new synthesis. This ever-evolving process, according to Hegel, reflects the unfolding of the Absolute Spirit in its quest for self-realisation.

    Marx, on the other hand, approached history from a materialistic perspective. He believed that the driving force behind historical development is the struggle between social classes. This class struggle, Marx argued, results from the inherent contradictions within the capitalist system, leading to an eventual proletarian revolution and the establishment of a communist society, where class distinctions cease to exist.

    While Hegel’s emphasis on ideas and the Absolute Spirit fostered the notion that history is propelled by the “das Geist” (the Spirit), Marx saw “das Kapital” (capital) as the driving force. According to Marx, the economic base of a society— specifically, its mode of production and the relationship between owners and workers— determines its social and political superstructure. Hegel’s idealism veered towards the metaphysical, while Marx attempted to ground his theory in material conditions.

    Another crucial difference between the two philosophers lies in their views on individual agency. Hegel, with his emphasis on the unfolding of the Absolute Spirit, perceived individuals as instruments in the historical process. In his view, individuals were subject to the forces of history and acted according to the overriding will of the Zeitgeist. For Marx, however, individuals are not passive actors but active creators of history. He underscored the vital role of the working class, whom he believed had the potential to shape their own destiny through collective action.

    One cannot discuss Marx and Hegel without touching upon the concept of alienation. Both philosophers acknowledged the oppressive nature of modern society, but their interpretation of alienation varied. Hegel believed that alienation arises from the gap between individuals and the Absolute Spirit, and sought to overcome it through philosophical understanding. Marx, on the other hand, considered alienation as a direct result of the capitalist mode of production, where workers are estranged from the fruits of their labor and reduced to mere commodities within the system.

    In conclusion, the clash between Marx and Hegel embodies a profound conundrum in philosophy: the tension between ideas and material conditions, the role of individual agency versus historical forces, and the origins and remedies of human alienation. As these two giants continue to influence scholars across disciplines and give rise to numerous theoretical schools, their intellectual battle remains a powerful reminder of the enduring relevance of philosophy in framing our understanding of the world.

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  • 101: Death of David Rockerfeller, Economics & Poverty

    David Rockerfeller, the father of modern economics and consumer society (also known in the underground community as “the king of the New World Order”), expired on Monday 20/03/2017 whilst he slept, aged 101, as a result of congestive heart failure.

    There are two sides to every coin, and Mr. Rockerfeller was no exception. When it comes to figures of great power, such as the members of this family; information tends to vary. This article aims to explore the different sides to David Rockerfeller in a neutral way, so the reader can make their own opinion based on facts, rather than hearsay.  

    All links can be found in the “references” section.

     

    BACKGROUND

    He graduated at Harvard in 1936, before going to the London School of Economics, where he properly met John F. Kennedy.  He later returned to the US and received a Ph.D from the University of Chicago. Soon after that, he worked for eighteen months as the secretary to the New York major of the time, on “a dollar a year” public service salary.

    He also served in the army during World War II, after which he started his successful career at Chase Bank in 1946 as an assistant manager, until he retired in 1981 as chief executive and chairman. During the time he was alive, he was highly influential, respected by the most powerful authority figures of the world (both, political and religious); and successfully became the oldest billionaire alive.

    Mr. Rockerfeller accumulated great wealth from a young age, influenced by his mother, who helped him see what made any business work. He was seen as the guardian of the family’s fortune and he taught his children that wealth brings great responsibilities. [References]

     

    YIN – “The Dark Legacy”

    Mr. Rockerfeller was a figure of nobility, seen as the unspoken king of the “one world order”. Even though he was publicly involved with the global market, and the social change stemming from such; it is also believed that he had a dark side which he was extremely circumspect about. Anonymous News reports: “he was largely successful in hiding his most significant wrongdoings from public view… lived his entire life in the echelons of U.S. society, becoming symbolic of the elite who often direct public policy to a much greater extent than many realize, albeit often from the shadows”. [References]

    In other words, he had much more influence over international politics than he admitted to. Some believe this is a result of his inherited, multi-generational, family power, position, and wealth. He had personal ties with members of the Central Intelligence Agency, and some even claim that he was directly involved with the second world war. The Israelite national press reported in 2010: “Sweden’s Center Party has promised to take action following the discovery that one of its candidates for Parliament [Ove Sviden] blames Jews and US magnate David Rockefeller for the second World War as well as the September 11, 2001 attacks in the United States”. [References]

    Moreover, he is blamed for specific dark traits that entered society, the market, and culture in general.“During his time as Chase CEO, Rockefeller helped laid the foundation for repressive, racist and fascist regimes around the world, as well as architecture for global inequality”. He was also judged for the trades he attempted to consolidate during the cold war”. [References]

     

    YANG – “The Light Legacy”

    Rockerfeller was celebrated by many as a passionate art collector, a globalist, and a philanthropist. He was admired by A listers in the celebrity community and by political figures. “Many organizations have been promised vast sums of money upon Rockefeller’s death”. The Family Fund has sponsored many programs, among which are the Marshall Project, Free Press, and Free Speech for People. [References]

    David Rockerfeller pledged $100 million to the Museum of Modern Art, $100 million to the Rockerfeller University, and $100 to Harvard. Furthermore, on his 100th birthday, he donated 1000 acres of land. In total, it is estimated that he gave away over two billions during his lifetime.

    He is credited with the project that led to world trade center. “David Rockefeller wielded power and influence without ever seeking public office. Among his many accomplishments were spurring the project that led to the World Trade Center”. [References]

     

    THE LINK BETWEEN THE ECONOMY & POVERTY

    When it comes to economy, one controversy stands: the platform of transparency that is expected of leading governments of the world has been tainted by the different crimes committed in the name of the oil industry. David Rockerfeller was a corporate master, and a pioneer. “He is part of a family dynasty whose name is associated with America and has become legend. His grandfather John D Rockefeller who died in 1937 was the founder of Standard Oil and the world’s richest individual.” [References]

    First-world governments are worth trillions, and some spend over $500 billion (USD) per year in military alone . One question arises: Why is there poverty in a world where the bodies acting in people’s behalves (authorities, politicians, royalty) are given huge amounts of money from taxation to solve these things? But talking about world poverty… How much is it really needed to end global poverty? The Borgen Magazine reported in 2014: “According to a 1998 United Nations estimate, providing education, water, sanitation, nutrition and basic health care to the entire population of every developing country would cost $40 billion. Adjusted for inflation, the cost to end global poverty would be approximately $58 billion today”. Nevertheless, many believe that by 2017, the price is a lot higher than that. David Rockerfeller left a net worth of $3.3 billion. So he alone could not have eradicated poverty. [References]

    Why are private, independent charities known to help more effectively than the people we have chosen as leaders? Questioning the system is essential if we want to truly understand the roots of inequality occurring in consumer society. Forbes stated on the matter: “We just don’t count the money that alleviates poverty as actually reducing poverty. That’s it, really: spend vast sums but pretend that it has no effect… $550 billion is indeed spent on the poor so therefore there shouldn’t be any poverty.” [References]

     

    FUN FACTS FOR INQUISITIVE MINDS

    • David Rockerfeller actually admitted to the conspiracy of the “One World Order” to being true in his autobiography. Although strangely, this information got heavily censored online and some links can only be viewed through the Web Archive.[References]
    • Wikileaks has 945 documents published in their archives about David Rockerfeller. [References]
    • He refused several political positions that were offered to him during his life, such as the United States Secretary of The Treasury role. [References]
    • His eldest son, David Rockerfeller Jr. is mentioned in the podesta series of Wikileaks. Moreover, Wikipedia is flagging his page as “to be deleted”. [References]

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    REFERENCES

    1. [~BBC News: US Billionaire Philanthropist D. Rockerfeller Dies at 101]
    2. [~Anonews: The Real Story of David Rockerfeller]
    3. [~Fox Business: Billionaire Banker, Philanthropist]
    4. [~Anonews: Rockefeller Says Conspiracy About ‘One World Order’ is True]
    5. [~Wikipedia: David Rockerfeller]
    6. [~Rockerfeller Family Fund: Programs]
    7. [~Worlds Truth: The True Legacy of D. Rockerfeller]
    8. [~WKBN 27: Guardian of Rockerfeller Fortune]
    9. [~Wikileaks: Syria Files, “17 May Worldwide Media Report”]
    10. [~Fox News: David Rockerfeller]
    11. [~Cambridge Dictionary: Philanthropist]
    12. [~Oil Change International: The Price of Oil Corruption]
    13. [~Forbes: How Can There be Poverty in the US?]
    14. [~Wikileaks Archives: David Rockerfeller Documents]
    15. [~Web Archive: D.R. Says Conspiracy About ‘One World Order” is True]
    16. [~Borgen Magazine: How Much Money Would End Global Poverty?]
    17. [~Amazon Books: The End of Poverty, by Jeffrey Sachs]
    18. [~Wikiquotes: David Rockerfeller]
    19. [~Infowars: Globalist David Rockerfeller Dead at 101]
    20. [~Wikileaks: Podesta e-mails, “FW: More on the 17th”]