The Example of Israel as Ethno-State

Stephen Green posted an excellent and in depth comment on the ''Nationalism for me but not for thee'' issue, here it is for opinions and responses:

Comment: There is an often commented upon contradiction, between the willingness of diaspora Jewish people to defend Israel's Jewish character, whilst often being at the forefront of movements, and/or supporting movements whose aims include the minoritisation of other native peoples.

Question: Will Netanyahu's proposed amendments to the 'Basic Law' of Israel, firming up the permanent Jewish nature of Israel, open a Pandora's Box by setting a clearer global precedent? Additionally, to confront progressives with the clear existential right of peoples (while they may demur on Israelis due to Palestinians, would they on Nepalese, Tibetans, Koreans,...

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