Dr. Einat Wilf is a prominent researcher on UNWRA. She received a bachelor of degree at Harvard University, an MBA from INSEAD in France, and a PhD in Political Science from the University of Cambridge. She was the Goldman Visiting Professor at Georgetown University.
Today's guest was Dr. Einat Wilf. She co-authored a book titled, "The War of Return-How Western Indulgence Of The Palestinian Dream Has Obstructed The Path To Peace." - https://amzn.to/4cmH9ce
Dr. Einat Wilf is a Zionist. During my podcast interview, I was able to listen to what Zionism is to the State of Israel. However, I started with the general understanding of the Arab-Israel Conflict.
The name Palestine actually means the State of Israel during the British mandate of Palestine. Among my guests whom I invited, there are personalities with a passport of the British Mandate of Palestine, which actually means Israel. I have no idea why people think the name Palestine means the Arabs.
In this episode, I’ve actually talked about Japan, exemplifying what statehood of Japan is supposed to be, where 98% of the population is considered Japanese. After 1945, Japan, I believe, is a democratic nation, and so, according to Dr. Einat Wilf’s description of the state of Israel, it must be well understood. I believe that way.
So, what is the core issue or the nature of the conflict? It’s, as Dr. Einat Wilf, defines as “Palestinianism.” Now, I can’t deny the fact that there are people who try to deny Israel’s right to exist. What is Zionism to people? I hope those who don’t know about Zionism could learn from this episode.
Japan is an island nation. It’s far superior when it comes to defense from the enemy nation. However, what if Japan is located in a place where neighboring nations are connected to the land?
I asked various questions I had to Dr. Einat Wilf. I didn’t just hear the general questions, but I was able to ask various questions, and also hear about WWII and the Middle East in the last part of this podcast episode.
It may sound as if “Zionism” were radical though some of those who call out in the pro-Hamas campaign have no idea what Zionism was. However, sadly, it does have very Antisemitic features, and I’m appalled that such hate is allowed openly in public in the 21st century.
*This was recorded on April 9th, and was released on April 10th.
