Why is it so hard for US liberals to ask *unequivocally* for an end to lavish US support (military–economic–diplomatic) to Israel? #Gaza
@maxajl Ya. But in 80s there was considerably less difficulty in asking for end to US support for Salvadoran military and the Contras.
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@maxajl Interesting point. But how is Israel more central to US power, accumulation than Caribbean/Central America? -
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@maxajl "Touches on"–to be sure. But how critically important to system of petrodollar recycling? Or to global arms trade? -
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@maxajl Agreed they're doing well. And not eager for change. But is US-Israel client state relationship that essential to either system? -
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@maxajl Alright, I look forward to that longer-form debate we were planning, this has whetted my appetite, much to discuss.
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@maxajl V true, some liberals did. But many opposed US in Nicaragua, El Salvador, & the issue had traction in Congress.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@maxajl There were end-runs, sure, but the demand was at least made loud and clear, and by more than a few.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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