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Genocide Bad: Notes on Palestine, Jewish History, and Collective Liberation by Sim Kern

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reign322's review

4.5
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Overall, Genocide Bad is definitely a worthwhile read, even though I found some parts to be repetitive or messy.  The debunking of the historical events in the Bible, the connections between the sexual humiliation of sex workers, Jews and Palestinians, and the personal experiences of anti-Jewish hate that Sim Kern recalls are the most memorable and engaging parts. The personal accounts given by Waseem, Nour, and Shahd are heartbreaking and I wish for their survival. And rest in peace lil baby Manal.
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5.0
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venneh's review

5.0
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Sim Kern has written a hell of a guide to the current Palestinian moment, including thorough takedowns for just about every argument a Zionist might throw at you. Fantastic guide and absolutely worth picking up as soon as possible so you can start educating yourself. 

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ashaeli's review

4.25
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"Genocide Bad" was an informative history of Israel and Palestine, outlining the colonial and white supremacist structures that brought us to where we are today.  Kern cleanly dissects common Zionist arguments, proving why they're illogical, irrelevant, or just plain wrong. After this book, I'm convinced that it really is that simple: genocide bad. Always.

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4.5
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