Here is a List of Notable Jewish and Jewish-American Activists who are Outspoken in their Support for Palestinian Rights. Newer Books Added to the End of This Listing
By Jamie McIntyre
Here is a list of notable Jewish and Jewish-American activists who are outspoken in their support for Palestinian rights. Newer books have been added to the end of this listing.
1. Norman Finkelstein – A political scientist and author known for his critique of Israeli policies and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, especially regarding Palestine. He is a fierce critic of the Israeli occupation.
2. Ilan Pappé – An Israeli historian and one of the “New Historians” who reexamined Israel’s founding. He advocates for Palestinian rights and has written extensively about the Nakba (the displacement of Palestinians in 1948).
3. Miko Peled – An Israeli-American activist and author of The General’s Son, Peled’s journey began after his niece was killed by a suicide bomber. He advocates for a single, democratic state for Israelis and Palestinians.
4. Gideon Levy – An Israeli journalist and columnist for Haaretz, Levy is a vocal critic of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians and the occupation, often highlighting the human rights abuses in his articles.
5. Gabor Maté – A Hungarian-Canadian physician and author, Maté, a Holocaust survivor, speaks out against the treatment of Palestinians, drawing parallels between their plight and the experiences of oppressed groups throughout history.
6. Noam Chomsky – An American linguist, philosopher, and political activist. Chomsky has been a long-time critic of U.S. and Israeli policies toward Palestinians, advocating for their self-determination.
7. Max Blumenthal – An American journalist and author known for his work on U.S. foreign policy and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His book Goliath: Life and Loathing in Greater Israel critiques Israeli politics and society.
8. Anna Baltzer – A Jewish-American author and activist, Baltzer works with the International Women’s Peace Service, documenting human rights abuses in the West Bank and advocating for Palestinian rights globally.
9. Rabbi Alissa Wise – A rabbi and activist, Wise has worked with Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP), a prominent organization advocating for Palestinian rights and supporting the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement.
10. Hedy Epstein – A Holocaust survivor who became a human rights advocate for Palestinian causes. Epstein participated in several protests and was known for her outspoken opposition to Israeli policies.
11. Daniel Barenboim – A renowned conductor and pianist, Barenboim has been an advocate for peace in the Middle East and has called for dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians, emphasizing the importance of cultural exchanges and understanding.
12. Marcy Winograd – A former congressional candidate and activist, Winograd is known for her criticism of U.S. policy in the Middle East and her support for Palestinian rights through various platforms, including Jewish Voice for Peace.
13. Peter Beinart – A political commentator and journalist, Beinart has written extensively about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and advocates for a two-state solution, often highlighting the need for recognizing Palestinian rights within a broader discussion of Jewish identity.
14. Rebecca Vilkomerson – The former executive director of Jewish Voice for Peace, Vilkomerson has played a significant role in advocating for Palestinian rights and working against the occupation.
15. David Shulman – An Israeli scholar and activist, Shulman has been involved in various peace initiatives and has documented human rights violations in the West Bank. He is a member of the group Ta’ayush, which promotes Jewish-Arab cooperation.
16. Judith Butler – A prominent philosopher and gender theorist, Butler has been vocal about Palestinian rights and is a supporter of the BDS movement, arguing for justice and equality for Palestinians.
17. Naomi Klein – A Canadian author and social activist, Klein has critiqued Israeli policies and U.S. foreign policy regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for justice and human rights for Palestinians.
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