Activist's view shifts after West Bank visit
American Jewish activist Nina Jine Saligman revealed that her visit to the West Bank in 2019 radically changed her perspective on the Palestinian cause. Through her personal experience, she discovered the extent of Palestinian suffering due to occupation and settlement expansion. She observed a clear disparity in living conditions between settlers and Palestinians, noting that settlers live much better despite many Palestinians lacking access to water and electricity. Saligman faced challenges because of her Jewish identity and her pro-Palestinian statements. She emphasized that the core issue is the Israeli occupation and clarified that criticizing Israeli policies does not conflict with her Jewish religious identity. Saligman believes that Jewish youth’s attitudes are changing after witnessing what is happening in Gaza and anticipates increased popular solidarity with Palestinians, expressing hope for their future freedom and independence.
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