JOURNAL ARTICLE

Israel's Black Panthers: The Radicals Who Punctured a Nation's Founding Myth.

  • Published In: Washington Report on Middle East Affairs, 2024, v. 43, n. 5. P. 67 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Vickers, Matthew 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Israel's Black Panthers: The Radicals Who Punctured a Nation's Founding Myth" explores the lives and impact of young Moroccan Jews in Jerusalem who were part of the Black Panthers movement in Israel. The book provides a unique perspective on Israeli history, avoiding typical tropes and ideological cliches. It delves into the experiences of Mizrahi Jews and their struggles with discrimination and racism in Israeli society. The Panthers challenged the myth of Israel as a democratic and equalitarian society, but also had complex relationships with Zionism and Palestinian liberation. Overall, the book offers a compelling history of the Panthers and their role in Israeli society. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Washington Report on Middle East Affairs. 2024/08, Vol. 43, Issue 5, p67
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:8755-4917
  • Accession Number:178935556
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