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In Israel-Hamas war, the weaponization of language traps people in denial | Opinion

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By Amir Sommer
| The Seattle Times
The language people use to talk about the Israel-Hamas war has power: It can contribute to misunderstanding and alienation, but it can also bring about appreciation for concepts that can seem impossible during this kind of conflict, such as peace. I was born to a Palestinian Arab father and an Israeli Jewish mother — a union that might sound romantic at first. In reality, my parents were the Romeo and Juliet of falafel stands.
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Commentary: How our words about the Israel-Hamas war can add to hostilities — or help on a path to peace

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By Amir Sommer
| Citizens Voice
The language people use to talk about the Israel-Hamas war has power: It can contribute to misunderstanding and alienation, but it can also bring about appreciation for concepts that can seem impossible during this kind of conflict, such as peace. I was born to a Palestinian Arab father and an Israeli Jewish mother — a union that might sound romantic at first. In reality, my parents were the Romeo and Juliet of falafel stands.
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Commentary: How our words about the Israel-Hamas war can add to hostilities

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By Amir Sommer
| The Brunswick News
The language people use to talk about the Israel-Hamas war has power: It can contribute to misunderstanding and alienation, but it can also bring about appreciation for concepts that can seem impossible during this kind of conflict, such as peace. I was born to a Palestinian Arab father and an Israeli Jewish mother - a union that might sound romantic at first. In reality, my parents were the Romeo and Juliet of falafel stands.
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