The Kafkaesque Trial Facing Israel and Its Supporters
The article discusses the challenges faced by defenders of Israel in the context of widespread criticism and accusations. It highlights the emotional burden of defending a nation often portrayed negatively, regardless of its actual imperfections. The author argues that the focus should not solely be on Israel's flaws but on the extent of the misrepresentation by its adversaries.
- ▪Defenders of Israel often acknowledge the country's imperfections.
- ▪The article emphasizes the importance of addressing the misrepresentation of Israel by its critics.
- ▪The emotional toll of defending Israel is a central theme in the discussion.
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Benjamin Kerstein / May 22, 2026 The Kafkaesque Trial Facing Israel and Its Supporters The emotional toll of defending the indefensible, even when the ‘indefensible’ is a lie. World Events Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch. Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch. Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section It is quite common for defenders of Israel to preface their statements with the phrase, “Israel isn’t a perfect country,” which is true, as far as it goes, but rather misses the point.
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