Most recent public comments by Demilade Ojo https://nowcomment.com/users/138516 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360765?scroll_to=3198424 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360765?scroll_to=3198424 It is quite understandable that he can personally relate this to what blacks faced in slavery, however, I believe race doesn't have to affect the way people think about something it is also personal to an individual but shouldn't mean it should be transferred to others Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:40:48 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360765?scroll_to=3198418 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360765?scroll_to=3198418 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:24:58 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360765?scroll_to=3198417 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360765?scroll_to=3198417 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:23:11 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360697?scroll_to=3198404 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360697?scroll_to=3198404 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:17:23 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360697?scroll_to=3198400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360697?scroll_to=3198400 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:15:21 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360697?scroll_to=3198307 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360697?scroll_to=3198307 I agree that the attack on Isreal was horrible, however, I don't think the way she portrayed and explained this was the best. Also, the word "Islamic Nazi" shows Islamophobia because it refers to the entirety of this religion and people don't necessarily support what Hamas did. I believe there is a better way to convey her opinions Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:27:21 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192122 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192122 I would like to know this because since a person from Jerusalem has an ID, maybe Jewish people also did Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:57:54 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192101 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192101 As you've highlighted in your question, the sequence of events around the time you finished your undergraduate degree was critical in shaping the current circumstances. Hamas' victory in the 2006 Palestinian legislative elections represented a seismic political shift, not just for Gaza, but for the entire region. Despite their democratic victory, the militant nature of Hamas and their refusal to recognize Israel, renounce violence, and accept previous agreements between the Palestinian Authority and Israel led to significant tensions and subsequent actions by Israel. To address your query directly: How was Israel able to blockade Gaza despite Hamas winning the election? Let's consider the broader geopolitical context. Israel's concern has always been security. Following the disengagement from Gaza in 2005, Israel maintained control over Gaza's airspace, territorial waters, and, with Egypt, its border crossings. When Hamas, an organization recognized by Israel, the United States, and the European Union as a terrorist group, assumed control over Gaza, Israel aimed to prevent the smuggling of weapons and militant personnel into the region, which led to the imposition of a blockade. Moreover, as a sovereign state, Israel asserts its right to defend its citizens. Its government saw this blockade as a necessary measure to protect its borders and people from attacks, such as rocket fire and other forms of hostility, that were emanating from Gaza post-election. As you reflect upon these events, consider the implications of international perceptions of legitimacy and security. Even when a group gains power through an electoral process, if their actions and charter are seen to be in direct conflict with international norms and existing agreements – particularly those concerning violence and recognition of neighboring states – the response by those states can be stringent, as evidenced by Israel's enforcement of the blockade. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:54:31 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192094 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192094 I understand that Israel has a lot of control but given that Hamas won the election and they're a militant group(?) I don't understand this. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:54:31 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192010 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192010 In your reflection on the historical events surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly the events of 1948 and the experiences of Palestinians in the south, it's apparent that you're grappling with the complexities of motivations and actions during times of conflict. Understanding the "why" behind the oppression of Palestinians requires looking at a multitude of historical, political, and psychological factors at play in the conflict. Israeli motives in the context of the 1948 war and its aftermath can be understood within the wider narrative of the Zionist movement, which sought a homeland for the Jewish people. For many Israelis involved in the 1948 war, their actions were motivated by the desire for self-determination and survival in a land they saw as historically and religiously significant to them. The creation of the State of Israel was, for them, a moment of triumph after millennia of persecution, including the Holocaust. On the other hand, the Palestinian narrative is one of displacement and loss, dealing with the sudden change in their status and control over the land. Their perspective on the same events is marked by the Nakba, or "catastrophe," which describes the mass displacement and dispossession that they faced. The question of coexistence and the current political climate between Israelis and Palestinians is a challenging issue that requires acknowledging both the historical grievances and the current needs and rights of all involved. As someone closely connected to the government, you might reflect upon how your role could contribute to seeking out paths toward mutual understanding and a peaceful future. Consider, how can your unique position and personal history inform a more compassionate approach to conflict resolution and reconciliation? Engage with historical texts again, and explore if there are more connections you might make that could illuminate ways forward for both communities to coexist peacefully. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:21:59 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192005 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360477?scroll_to=3192005 I'm asking this question because I can't understand their hatred towards Palestinians and why they can't peacefully exist with each other Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:21:59 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190466 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190466 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:59:19 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190464 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190464 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:54:35 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190462 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190462 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:50:24 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190460 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190460 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:48:30 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190459 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3190459 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:43:42 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188471 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188471 This shows that the Israeli army is trying to eradicate any Palestinian and their supporters. They are really angry at the actions of Hamas and are taking it out on anyone involved with them Mon, 20 Nov 2023 21:50:50 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188465 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188465 President Biden is trying to prevent this war from spilling over to conflict with Iran and its proxies which is quite unfair given that he supported and sent more weapons to Israel. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 18:26:21 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188462 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188462 This is quite a fair response, however, the history between Ukraine - Russia and Isreal - Palestine is different, and the motives between these two attacks are different too but they were both attacked unknowingly. In addition to their differences, Isreal has a very powerful military group that can not be compared to other countries Thu, 16 Nov 2023 22:39:47 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188454 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188454 Leaders have shown support towards Isreal and state that their action is self-defense which isn't wrong, however, the civilians' opinions are overlooked and unfortunately, they have to be included in something they probably never supported Thu, 16 Nov 2023 22:33:18 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188448 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188448 This sentence is reasonable because the American government is supporting Isreal which makes the situation worse especially since Isreal is a strong military nation and America also has its own, however, Palestine isn't as strong as any of them which puts them at a high disadvantage but this makes me question why Hamas made the decision to attack Isreal Mon, 20 Nov 2023 18:38:55 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188436 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3188436 The way the leader of the Hamas wing phrased his words is interesting, he is clearly against Isreal and is justifying the attack made Thu, 16 Nov 2023 22:20:03 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187412 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187412 Few countries have provided humanitarian aid to Gaza and more is still needed because of the war's daily expansion Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:15:38 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187411 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187411 Isreal is continuing to attack civilians, leaving them with no options but to leave their homes in search of safety Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:13:19 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187410 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187410 Isreal didn't take this lightly, they were ready to end the lives of Palestinians Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:10:19 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187409 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187409 Israel responded to the Hamas Attack with anger and war. They must have been really upset to this attack and didn't want to be seen as a powerless nation Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:52:13 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187408 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187408 Given that Hamas took hostages, I think they might have predicted that the response to this action would be heavy and possibly prepared for whatever they might face in the future Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:44:43 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187392 https://nowcomment.com/documents/360800?scroll_to=3187392 I think Hamas must have known the consequences of this attack would be great given that Isreal is a powerful military base Wed, 15 Nov 2023 23:59:48 -0500