"They're like Japanese Americans after Pearl Harbor" the plight of West Bank Palestinians Today
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Rabbi Arik Ascherman compares the post-October 7 marginalization of Palestinians in the West Bank to the experience of Japanese Americans after Pearl Harbor. In a Q&A about the short film "A Protective Presence: 24 Hours in the West Bank," he discusses his efforts to protect Palestinian farmers and civilians amidst rising tensions. The documentary highlights Ascherman's dedication to safeguarding human rights in a volatile region, putting a spotlight on the current struggles of West Bank Palestinians.