Canada and Israel

Jen- Harper was obviously not expressing pride in the bloodshed you speak of, but rather in the existence of Israel as a state and its many positive accomplishments. But I am actually quite proud of some of the killings you speak of, such as the targeted assassinations of terrorists which have helped make Israel’s citizenry safer.

Also, Israel’s symbol of triumph is not just over the “rock throwing Palestinians” but also over: the molotov cocktail throwing, rocket firing, suicide bombing, civilian shooting, stabbing, mass murdering Palestinians (of Hamas, Islamic Jihad, etc.). To say nothing of Iran, Syria, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Hizballah, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon (actually, throw in all 22 Arab states), all of which Israel has triumphed over in defensive wars for its very existence at some point in its history. Oh, and also the general Jewish triumph over 2,000 years of persecution, pogroms, antisemitism, and exile which Israel represents.

Jen, you’re not the first to accuse a Jew of having dual loyalties (as you imply I can’t really call myself Canadian and be pro-Israel too) and of using “goyim” to realize our nefarious “religious platforms”. A shame you had to pull out the outdated Anti-Semitic stereotypes. In fact, I’m actually a dual citizen of US and Canada, but I’m guessing that doesn’t bother you as much or dilute my “true Canadianness” as much in your eyes as loyalty to Israel does (indeed, dual citizenship is perfectly legal and you can still call yourself Canadian). What is it about Israel specifically then? I’m also loyal to my family, faith, sports teams, city, etc. I’m all for as many “denominations in the world” as people want to come up with as long as they all respect each other. You fascistic demand of absolute loyalty to one denomination at the expense of all others is an anti-Semitic canard I had thought was outdated and your use of this accusation horrifies me and shows your real self. You should be ashamed of yourself. I would appreciate an apology.