I have enjoyed the last few articles because we are finally starting to shy away from the history aspect and focus on the present day conflicts. There are so many different kinds of people that are affected by the separation barrier, whether on the Israeli or Palestinian side. I thought that Noura brought up some interesting points of how the actions of each side take place. It seems as though neither side really knows what it wants and that is the whole outcome of this whole situation.
The main thing that stood out to me was the graffiti on the wall that stretched for miles. There are so many different definitions for graffiti where ever you come from and how you portray art. I have heard of graffiti as a way of art but also vandalizing another persons property with derogatory terms. However, this is the positive way where people are showing pictures that have a thousand words behind it as we have mentioned in a previous reading for the class. There are so many different pictures that all have a different meaning. I think it is a way for people to not think the wall is there for separation, but for a hope that one day it can be taken down.
While it would benefit commuters and many people to take down the wall, it is a type of insurance policy for Israel, and one that has undoubtedly prevented the murder of Israelis. While we had an Israeli speak in class most recently, it would be nice to hear from someone with a more conservative perspective in Israel. We have yet to hear from a person like this and it would be interesting to hear their perspective on the fence.
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ReplyDeleteI agree. Graffiti can be perceived in so many different ways. However, the graffiti on the walls isn't all positive. While it is good that the people are creating images and expressing them through graffiti, they often have the effect of adding fuel to the already lit fire. I think you are right when you say that it gives the people hope that the wall will one day be non-existent and that they will be able to live without separation.