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Israel, which defines itself as a Jewish state, is one of the most militaristic states in the world. So in fact we do know that the only present Jewish state ha
by paganel 5y ago
Israel, which defines itself as a Jewish state, is one of the most militaristic states in the world. So in fact we do know that the only present Jewish state has a “propensity for war”, not sure how this is seen as controversial. Of course, I think pretty much the same thing about the US government and about its citizens, the Americans, after all they’re the ones supporting said militaristic propensity.
- jeffbee 5y agoIsrael is a thing and Jews are another. There are more jews in America than Israel. If you want to criticize Israel, that would be easier to present than a criticism of Jews. If you think Judaism is a violent and warlike faith, it is better to criticize it than to criticize generally the descendants of people who might have practiced it, or the state that doesn't even hold it as the state religion.
- bushbaba 5y agoIt’s surrounded by countries who tried to kill all Israelis be them Jewish or Arab multiple times. It’s next door to hamas which stones to death gays. Yeah it has a strong military to ensure it the security of its citizens.
- bradlys 5y agoAh, yes, because Israel doesn't bomb schools, hospitals, or libraries... Damn hamas and their stones! Why can't they be more advanced with their killings like the Israelis and just level entire buildings full of children? What's the body count on Israeli children killed by hamas vs Israel killing Palestinian children? I'm pretty sure it's lopsided.
- joelbluminator 5y ago> is one of the most militaristic states in the world Just for fun? Or does Israel face real security concerns?
- Udik 5y ago"Security concerns" are not enough to judge the situation. Mobsters surround themselves of armed guards as much as the investigators trying to capture them. Nations that start wars need to protect themselves from counter-attacks and retaliation. Israel is in blatant violation of international law and handsomely profiting from it: 10% of its population lives on land that doesn't belong to the state and that by international agreements has to be returned to its legitimate owners.
- 8note 5y agoEvery country faces real security concerns when they're trying to settle land somebody already lives on. Nazi Germany was one of the most militaristic states in the world as well, and they too had real security concerns for the same reasons
- joelbluminator 5y agoI'm glad you have it all figured out...