JOURNAL ARTICLE

Suppressing Dissent: Shrinking Civic Space, Transnational Repression, and Palestine-Israel.

  • Published In: Foreign Affairs, 2025, v. 104, n. 6. P. 188 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: ANDERSON, LISA 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the book "Suppressing Dissent: Shrinking Civic Space, Transnational Repression, and Palestine-Israel," which explores the limitations placed on research, debate, and advocacy regarding the Middle East, particularly in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It highlights the severe restrictions on free speech in the Middle East and expresses concern over similar trends in liberal countries, where censorship, surveillance, and harassment are increasingly prevalent. The book documents the challenges faced by scholars and organizations, including harassment from authorities and the misuse of the term "terrorism" to stifle dissent, ultimately warning of the urgent need to address these issues as they impact academic freedom and public discourse. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Foreign Affairs. 2025/11, Vol. 104, Issue 6, p188
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0015-7120
  • Accession Number:188792938
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