From Abraham to Hamas: Raw history and Birzeit University poll counter simplistic rhetoric

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From Abraham to Hamas: Raw history and Birzeit University poll counter simplistic rhetoric

Special to WorldTribune, November 21, 2023 Commentary by Mike Scruggs In a surprise attack on Oct. 7, a Hamas terrorist force of about 2,500  brutally murdered 1,200 Jewish civilians, including entire families with their children, even babies. Another 240 were taken hostage, including children and the elderly. Many victims were tortured, and many of the […]

Wisdom from ‘Braveheart’ and unredacted American history

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Wisdom from ‘Braveheart’ and unredacted American history

Special to WorldTribune, September 26, 2023 Commentary by Mike Scruggs Not long ago, I ran across a quote attributed to Scottish martyr and hero William Wallace, depicted by Mel Gibson in the 1995 movie, Braveheart. Wallace warned against the consequences of crushing the cultural heritage, symbols, and traditions of conquered peoples. “Any society which suppresses […]