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- Title
Why Is the Literary World Silent on Gaza?
- Authors
SHIVANI, ANIS
- Abstract
The article examines the absence of the literary community's response to the conflict in Gaza, criticizing prominent writers for their silence on the violence against Palestinians. The author suggests that this silence may be influenced by Zionism and the fear of being labeled anti-Semitic. They also point out the disproportionate attention given to other social justice issues compared to the ongoing violence in Gaza. The text questions the lack of engagement and compassion from writers, attributing it to their desire to maintain their positions and conform to popular narratives. The author expresses doubt about the ability of writers to rewrite the narrative and hold dissenters accountable until the genocide is over.
- Subjects
GAZA Strip; GENOCIDE; TORTURE; PALESTINIAN children; CRIMES against humanity; PUBLIC demonstrations; KILLINGS by police; POLITICAL attitudes
- Publication
CounterPunch, 2024, p1
- ISSN
1086-2323
- Publication type
Article