Palestine Talks | Norman Finkelstein

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  • Опубликовано: 18 апр 2024
  • Activist, writer and public intellectual Norman Finkelstein speaks candidly about his early upbringing in New York City - raised by parents who were both Holocaust survivors - and how that has led to his tireless pro-Palestinian solidarity work, including his “forensic scholarship” of Israeli criminality and the related abuse of Holocaust memory.
    Towards the end of the discussion, Finkelstein offers important though difficult advice to those who embrace “the values of truth and justice,” which - as he alludes - are ideals that do not come with any significant personal "reward".
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Комментарии • 2,1 тыс.

  • @lilypimentel-stratton1198
    @lilypimentel-stratton1198 20 дней назад +2071

    Norman, don't ever think you are inadequate, you have given millions the foundation to carry on. Your work made a difference. You kept the cause alive and you continue to do so. Thank you. 🙏🤝❤ Free Palestine 🇵🇸 ♥️

    • @baddad2955
      @baddad2955 20 дней назад +4

      🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

    • @ryanachmad9054
      @ryanachmad9054 20 дней назад +64

      @@baddad2955 u ill? poor u come beg to sugar daddy for money use "that surival thingy" to get sympathy

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 20 дней назад +3

      Israel independent in 1948. was endorsed by UN. PLO Palestinian liberation organization was established in 1964 by Yaser Arafat, he created a new Palestinian's flag but forget creating Anthem song. He is not even from Gaza or West bank he was born in Egypt.. read the history. educate your self.😗

    • @DharmYogi
      @DharmYogi 20 дней назад +1

      Do you condemn hamas?

    • @k.a737
      @k.a737 20 дней назад +64

      ​​@@DharmYogi do you condemn israhell

  • @growthandunderstanding
    @growthandunderstanding 20 дней назад +895

    Mr. Finkelstein is such a hero of truth and justice! He fears no retribution for this honesty and this makes him brave.

    • @HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings
      @HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings 20 дней назад +15

      Mind Begs the Question:
      - If Nazis escaped
      - Embed in another Nation,Religion
      - Rename their Political Movement
      - Can't be recognized
      - Can be recognized by Matching Policies
      - Starvation,Death Camps,Gas Chambers/White Phosphorus,Pogroms,Ethnic Cleansing,etc?

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 20 дней назад +6

      ​@@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings
      omg yes ..

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 20 дней назад

      Hence all pro war natzi brains relocated to AMERICA...balfors gift to jews of israel. And the pre-planned story continues down the ions....
      A Bloodline or .and conflict...Aaaa

    • @MRF77
      @MRF77 20 дней назад +9

      Dr. and Prof. Finkelstein... :)

    • @pipers-689
      @pipers-689 20 дней назад +7

      How peculiar, when UN endorses Zzio actions, they great
      When they point out the crimes, omg, they're antiseptic
      Lol

  • @mitchurchin2
    @mitchurchin2 17 дней назад +81

    As Scott Ritter said recently, ‘if October 7th hadn’t happened, the people of Gaza would have experienced October 6th on repeat forever’. A life in an open prison, treated as filth, forgotten, abused and left for dead. Now the world can see and feel their plight and understand who the victims are in this horrific conflict. Thank you Norman for all you’ve done. Free Palestine.

    • @smack09
      @smack09 4 дня назад +3

      Very true!

    • @tompeterson4628
      @tompeterson4628 День назад

      Prison? Only if your referring to being controlled by hamas. Isrealis haven't occupied gaza since 2005.

    • @ruthorrell9605
      @ruthorrell9605 14 часов назад +2

      GREAT quote from Scott. Thanks. I missed that one.

    • @adamplentl5588
      @adamplentl5588 10 часов назад

      ​@@tompeterson4628Israel has been killing Palestinians since 1948.

  • @melosova-suav8930
    @melosova-suav8930 19 дней назад +205

    If we had an impartial mainstream press, Norman Finkelstein would be on TV every evening for all Americans to learn.

    • @kathiehenderson1851
      @kathiehenderson1851 9 дней назад

      Yes I believe it. Unfortunately, people who watch only mainstream media news, believe all the lies, and also don’t see what is actually happening.
      These folks are absolutely ignorant of being witness to the genocide of a mass population.

    • @JasTheKariol
      @JasTheKariol 5 дней назад

      Do you really think TRT is "impartial"? It's called realism, countries fight for their interests, TRT is all about Turkish interests, hence it invites a pro-palestinian voice (currently). When Israel and Turkey where friends Turkey TRT would not invite him. Interests shift, and so do the media that serve these interests. There are no "impartial" media, unless you want to live in a fantasy world.

  • @CrazyforCruiser
    @CrazyforCruiser 20 дней назад +499

    Norman is one man army. He is tired of fighting this battle alone. May God bless his soul and give him energy and good health.

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 18 дней назад +9

      Yes, we shall join him! I do absolutely wish Norm long life and health but let’s use this crisis as a springboard for R-word that in physics means “going around!!!”

    • @ermawati-cx6vt
      @ermawati-cx6vt 18 часов назад

  • @michellenorris8471
    @michellenorris8471 20 дней назад +1182

    It pains me to hear Professor Norman Finkelstein when he says that he feels ''inadequate'' to the ongoing task of speaking for the Palestinians.
    No one has been a more inspiring voice on the subject, thank you, Professor Finkelstein.

    • @petrawieschalla
      @petrawieschalla 20 дней назад +21

      So true!

    • @sdeshera
      @sdeshera 20 дней назад

      Yes,
      what I heard when he said that was the helplessness and powerlessness of watching a genocide and ethnic cleansing while we can do almost nothing to stop our tax dollars from funding aparthied and murder.

    • @mountain_dewd
      @mountain_dewd 20 дней назад +18

      i think he is a doctor not a professor but yea he is one of the monumental leading figures in the subject.

    • @GrannyRalls
      @GrannyRalls 20 дней назад +36

      This is a byproduct of growing older and facing one's own mortality. He deserves the thanks of generations living & not yet born, Dears ❤

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +28

      @@GrannyRalls He is the only person that I listen to on this mad internet

  • @yassers.s4255
    @yassers.s4255 19 дней назад +230

    When it comes to the moral clarity , values and truth of course Professor Norman Finkelstein is my idol , BTW I’m Palestinian and I don’t wonder how such a great human being like Professor Norman faced the whole materialistic western world by sticking to the truth and defending the oppressed people of Palestine .
    Just imagine that I’m Palestinian and have never been in Palestine , I’m denied from because my parents were expelled from Haifa - Palestine on 1948 my dad was 10 years old and my mom was 5 years old and they’ve never seen their homeland after that , they’ve passed away few years before and until the last day of their lives they were talking about how beautiful Haifa city was and how desperate they wanted to return back to it .
    Sir Norman you’ve been and you’ll always remain in every palestinian’s heart , we never forget the support you extended to us by your great work and the remarkable dedication to Palestine cause .

    • @trulla212
      @trulla212 18 дней назад +10

      Very well spoken ... all the best for you ... !!! 👋🥲🌅🌿

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 18 дней назад +9

      Thank you for your very thoughtful and heartfelt response

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 18 дней назад +4

      Many people don't grow up where they were born, it's part of moving forward and developing your own personality and identity

    • @yassers.s4255
      @yassers.s4255 18 дней назад +2

      @@trulla212 And same to you , appreciering 🌹

    • @yassers.s4255
      @yassers.s4255 18 дней назад +3

      @@JRain234 Many thanks yo your good person appreciering 🌹

  • @Ben55583
    @Ben55583 12 дней назад +21

    Thanks, TRT World, for this interview. Thank you, Norman. I recognise so much of what you told about the path you followed in your own life. As a long time health worker for the Palestine Red Crescent Society, starting during the Siege of West-Beirut in 1982, I have followed you for many years. I am still in awe of your masterly forensic analysis of "From Time Immemorial". I have lived and worked in Palestinian refugee communities in Lebanon, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. Your work "Gaza. An Inquest into its Martyrdom" had a profound effect on me. Thank you for all you did. Aspiring to truth and justice is a commendable thing to do. I am proud to say that I never sacrificed this principle for the sake of 'fame and fortune' or 'power and privilege'.

  • @mehas81
    @mehas81 20 дней назад +531

    We love you Dr. Finkelstein, millions upon millions of us. Don't ever think you are inadequate.

    • @Feellikealady99
      @Feellikealady99 17 дней назад +9

      And millions and millions and millions. His voice is invaluable.

    • @naveed210
      @naveed210 17 дней назад +1

      Why is this interview skipping at various sections? It's very odd

    • @sholbk
      @sholbk 17 дней назад

      100%

    • @crizish
      @crizish 16 дней назад

      @@naveed210 my guess....editing.

    • @naveed210
      @naveed210 16 дней назад

      @@crizish it just seems like some q's and answers were skipped over midway through

  • @noemiarias9669
    @noemiarias9669 20 дней назад +578

    I love Mr. Norman Finkelstein. He is a human being. Thank you for your show❤️🙏

    • @mattblack118
      @mattblack118 19 дней назад

      He's an F'wit, a liar and a rabid anti semite

  • @chicofrijoles
    @chicofrijoles 18 дней назад +85

    My deep complements to the interviewer, who let him speak without interruption. You have no idea how much I appreciate you quietly listening!
    Edit: this was an outstanding and inspiring interview, I definitely relate on the last part. I wish I was physically able to contribute more at this moment in time, but I am grateful to God to see all the protestors, activists, demonstrators, and advocates coming out of the woodwork to cry out for Palestinian (and ultimately, our own) freedom. Free Palestine!

    • @a1halber
      @a1halber 15 дней назад +3

      I was wondering who this good interviewer is. What's his name?

    • @Jazril
      @Jazril 11 дней назад +3

      @@a1halber Paul Salvatori. Right there at the end of the video.

  • @kentexican5844
    @kentexican5844 19 дней назад +39

    What an outstanding interview. People are listening Dr. Finkelstein. Thank you.

    • @thestorysbehindus7903
      @thestorysbehindus7903 14 дней назад

      Some one make a campaign for people to buy his book. That he worked so hard for but feel like was a waste cus no one bough it.

    • @Helios--
      @Helios-- 9 дней назад

      The interview was good but the editing wasn't. They should upload the interview in its entirety.

  • @juanpezoa854
    @juanpezoa854 20 дней назад +709

    Perhaps these lines will vanish in time, but it doesn’t matter I will post them anyways. As a citizen of the global south (Chilean) I have the highest admiration for Norman (respectfully) as he is one of most sincere and honest intellectuals I had the pleasure of following and learning from. I admired him with the same conviction I do of my father, a former Union leader who recently passed away. My father was an enormously precious figure in my life. He never compromised his convictions, gave his soul to humanity, particularly to those most in need. It is in that spirit that I salute you Norman. Thank you for all your contributions, particularly for our brothers and sisters of PALESTINE.

    • @Zazie5
      @Zazie5 20 дней назад +21

      Thank you for sharing this

    • @BrendaHeeligan
      @BrendaHeeligan 20 дней назад +22

      You dad sounds like a man of integrity, you must be very proud of him.

    • @smubarik70
      @smubarik70 20 дней назад +15

      You are obviously very proud of your father and so you should be, God rest his soul as there are so few of these types of legends in the materialistic ‘me first’ world we live in… ❤

    • @colmcarrigg
      @colmcarrigg 19 дней назад +16

      The Chilean people have also suffered, but I found them to be very warm and welcoming. I have alot of respect for my own father too. Kind regards from Ireland.

    • @singaporeghostclub
      @singaporeghostclub 19 дней назад +6

      Hear! Hear!

  • @youknow6968
    @youknow6968 20 дней назад +288

    It's so beautiful that someone with such a past has choosen to spend his life speaking for the oppressed.
    Stay blessed, Sir.

    • @kaashlia
      @kaashlia 18 дней назад +7

      There are another two: Dr Gabor Maté, who was a prisoner at a concentration camp, and his son Aaron Maté, amazing journalist

  • @rachidhaboub2064
    @rachidhaboub2064 19 дней назад +70

    I’m a proud Finkelstein fan. Great thinker, great human being, big heart. Intelligence+integrity+ empathy. What a wonderful and rare combination ! ❤

  • @aamnahere6250
    @aamnahere6250 18 дней назад +25

    You're definitely not inadequate. You've been a consistently bright light on this issue from a time when it was not only unpopular to speak for Palestine but also quite dangerous. I know you're humble enough to not overstate the loss of your own employment because of your Palestine advocacy but it's a testament to your moral clarity, integrity and fortitude. Norman, I am glad that you're the first person from whom I learned about Palestine 16 years ago because it showed me that there are conscientious Jewish voices who acknowledge and respect the humanity of Palestinians. It also taught me the value of dedicating our time to judiciously learn facts instead of looking for shortcuts for likes and views on social media.

  • @ShahirUsmani
    @ShahirUsmani 20 дней назад +365

    Whenever he talks, it just feels like knowledge, wisdom, and courage. Protect this man at all cost!

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +10

      absolutely.

    • @brettt2000
      @brettt2000 20 дней назад +7

      I like his voice and humour. Also, he is very good cat.

    • @hamnaahmad3579
      @hamnaahmad3579 20 дней назад +3

      Agree wholeheartedly

    • @m0nZt3r
      @m0nZt3r 18 дней назад

      Yes and "feeling" is all your feeble mind needs to do!

    • @aaabatteries9948
      @aaabatteries9948 17 дней назад +1

      Thank god Mr. Morelli wasn't around to debunk everything he said.

  • @JohnFelinn
    @JohnFelinn 20 дней назад +652

    When you defend international law and human rights, you defend yourself because you too are a human being. End the illegal occupation. Free Palestine 💛❤

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 20 дней назад +3

      who is Palestinian ???🤭🤭

    • @Roland_Deschain
      @Roland_Deschain 20 дней назад

      @@titikkoma8586 indigenous people that have lived there for thousands of years, not some ashkeNAZI colonial settler.

    • @Insideman666
      @Insideman666 20 дней назад

      Israelis have made it abundantly clear they do not care much for international law. They will just tell you international law doesn’t reflect the facts on the ground and that you should go pack sand. The only way Palestians will get anything is if they fight for it inch by inch, this much has been made clear by both sides.

    • @Insideman666
      @Insideman666 20 дней назад +32

      @@titikkoma8586the people who lived in Palestinae as established by the ancient Romans over 2000 years ago until this day. Those Palestinians 😁

    • @shebamaree9026
      @shebamaree9026 20 дней назад +1

      wrong!

  • @TSD0416
    @TSD0416 19 дней назад +30

    Dear Professor Finkelstein please do not feel inadequate, you did what you were meant to do in the amount of time universe gave you. Your words, your books, your relentless work towards justice and your legacy will live on and continue with young people of this and next generation. You have opened up everyone’s eye to the truth. I wish you’d make a list for your viewers of all the books you deem important and necessary to read in this lifetime, like “The Treason of the Intellectuals”. Thank you for conducting this interview and for appearing on multiple RUclips channels and providing your opinion, thoughts and feedback. I look forward to every interview. Thank you and God Bless you.

  • @cacevedo07
    @cacevedo07 19 дней назад +49

    I don't have to say how much the world admire Dr. Finkelstein, but I want to praise also to the host here, what a humble, well-spoken gentleman, who is showing how to conduct a proper interview. Thanks!

  • @kjw6383
    @kjw6383 20 дней назад +725

    It is a gross and vile dishonor. And disrespect to the millions of murdered in the Holocaust of the 1940s, to invoke those souls as an excuse to carry out another genocide of Gaza and then the West Bank.

    • @fonzerela
      @fonzerela 20 дней назад +38

      Thank you for those words

    • @lilypimentel-stratton1198
      @lilypimentel-stratton1198 20 дней назад

      Your comments prove Dr. Finkelstein's point. Israel uses the Nazi holocaust as ammunition whenever anyone critical of Israel's murderous and racist actions. In Palestine they, the Jews have become what the Nazis were in Europe. Many people have already come to terms with that fact.

    • @Gee-xb7rt
      @Gee-xb7rt 20 дней назад

      I had a Romani grandfather with family that died in camps, and the way the Zs threw everyone else out of their Holocaust narrative is something that should never be forgotten or forgiven. Millions of people forgotten about so they can play ultimate victim.

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe 20 дней назад

      genocidal Muslims supremacists a big on honoring memories of non-Muslims

    • @NotInMYName_AntiZionistJew
      @NotInMYName_AntiZionistJew 20 дней назад +13

      💯

  • @alexglanz7406
    @alexglanz7406 20 дней назад +315

    Norman is a young man -- and one with a gift. I just came from an 80th birthday party with laughs, opinions and yes, we all commend your mother for nurturing a stubborn, brilliant and righteous boy. Who knew? We carry shame for supporting Israel, for complacency. We all protested the Viet Nam war, cried at the Kennedy assassinations, and took a few walks to support Martin Luther King. What you're doing is giving support to silent cries, and we appreciate your work. Thank you

    • @HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings
      @HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings 20 дней назад +7

      Mind Begs the Question:
      - If policies of Starvation,Death Camps,Gas Chambers/White Phosphorus,Pogroms,Ethnic Cleansing,etc are repeated
      - Doesn't amount to Holocaust?

    • @pipers-689
      @pipers-689 20 дней назад +4

      How peculiar, when UN endorses Zzio actions, they great
      When they point out the crimes, omg, they're antiseptic
      Lol

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 18 дней назад +2

      It ABSOLUTELY DOES!

    • @haydermh1449
      @haydermh1449 18 дней назад +3

      Thanks Norman u are a truly inspiring person. Gid bless u.

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 18 дней назад

      ​@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings the 'experiment was the 377,000 that died in Yemen, and you ignored them all

  • @gansitomarinela
    @gansitomarinela 19 дней назад +21

    Please release the uncut interview. It was great!!! It is a privilege to listen to this man!!! It was so cool to see him get up and get the books he was talking about.

    • @ElectricLadyland87
      @ElectricLadyland87 14 дней назад +1

      "You know what was the first thing I had to do? *takes breath* - cut to interviewer asking question lol. Intense cut, I wanted to h3ar the answer then. It's like a cliffhanger in a drama show. Amazing interview though, so great to see this side of Norm, and get all these little tidbits, anecdotes of his fascinating, impactful life. Great stuff.

    • @gansitomarinela
      @gansitomarinela 12 дней назад +1

      @@ElectricLadyland87 Yeah, I felt robbed every time I noticed a cut.

  • @14tmnbK
    @14tmnbK 19 дней назад +15

    There should be a Norman Finkelstein Institute for Truth and Justice, a think tank and educational institution dedicated to supporting all those who wish to study, teach, publish, record, and rectify historical and contemporary conflicts and to spreading that knowledge. The fact that the academic world, at least in the United States, is so indebted these days to big business is a big part of the reason for campus censorship and the notorious "Palestine exception" to free speech in academia. Thank you @TRT World for this interview, and thank you Dr. Finkelstein for your's life's work which has contributed immeasurably to the Palestinian cause. And even more than that your integrity and dedication to truth above all are unparalleled, an inspiration to millions, even if you don't realise it.🙌🙌🙌

  • @joaomiguelxs
    @joaomiguelxs 20 дней назад +190

    Norman Finkelstein for so long fought this battle in the US almost entirely alone, with the exception of professor Chomsky. I appreciate his many many years of selfless dedication to the cause of truth and justice for Palestine, as I have had the privilege of following his activism through all those years. Ty TRT for this conversation and thank you prof Finkelstein.

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe 20 дней назад

      every US college has an anti-israel studies department , for at least 20 years already. but finally mo_rons are becoming a majority

  • @MattMajcan
    @MattMajcan 20 дней назад +85

    Norman joined the protestors at Columbia today! He was taking questions and everything. What a legend

    • @wavingcat5
      @wavingcat5 16 дней назад +6

      Wonderful! I hope we can see a recording!

    • @hmmmmmmminteresting
      @hmmmmmmminteresting 15 дней назад

      He never misses an antisemitic moment or incident. Garbage of human being 🤮

  • @RizwanAli-bt7uo
    @RizwanAli-bt7uo 14 дней назад +6

    This man literally devoted his entire life to the Palestinian cause. He will be that tiny spark that will always shine in the realm of darkness for future generations. Though he is a mere human, he reminds me time and again of Hazrat Moosa A.S. (Moses) who, in spite being born in the family of powerful Pharoahs, stood by the oppressed tribe - Thank you Dr. Norman for your existence.

  • @susan6507
    @susan6507 19 дней назад +14

    " don't expect rewards it comes with the turf"...that really hit home. Thank you Mr. Finkelstein.

  • @jeffreynall1062
    @jeffreynall1062 20 дней назад +345

    You have to love how Norman Finkelstein will get up and move out of the camera shot to go grab a book. That spontaneous action exemplifies his intellectual spirit, one committed to substance over form

    • @cloudfloat4179
      @cloudfloat4179 20 дней назад +17

      Love the way you put it

    • @brownshuri4820
      @brownshuri4820 20 дней назад +17

      You put into words what I felt too.

    • @baddad2955
      @baddad2955 20 дней назад +1

      🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

    • @ryanachmad9054
      @ryanachmad9054 20 дней назад +13

      @@baddad2955 u ill? poor u come beg to sugar daddy for money use "that surival thingy" to get sympathy

    • @AdolfsGirl
      @AdolfsGirl 20 дней назад +1

      ​@@baddad2955zionist troll spotted

  • @Misty_Mountains1
    @Misty_Mountains1 20 дней назад +200

    Norman we all love u ❤
    I pray for u.
    I hope that u live to see Palestine free.
    Thank u for your work 🌸

    • @baddad2955
      @baddad2955 20 дней назад

      😂😂😂

    • @ryanachmad9054
      @ryanachmad9054 20 дней назад +3

      @@baddad2955 u ill? poor u come beg to sugar daddy for money use "that surival thingy" to get sympathy

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe 20 дней назад

      islamonazis started that war

    • @Libbathegreat
      @Libbathegreat 20 дней назад +3

      @@baddad2955 Everyone knows you lot aren't laughing.

    • @baddad2955
      @baddad2955 19 дней назад

      @@Libbathegreat 😂😂😂😂😂😂 yeah right

  • @yeshuasaves2314
    @yeshuasaves2314 19 дней назад +7

    I am one of the People Who bought your book Norman Finkelstien, way before any of this Genocide happened. I have a few of your books. Thankyou for your Brilliance on this Subject, and Teaching.❤

  • @CapricornSunSagRisingLibraMoon
    @CapricornSunSagRisingLibraMoon 14 дней назад +3

    I love you too Dr. Finkelstein. At the end of this talk you mention Bender's book and the opposing values he writes about, well you are a testiment to truth and justice. It was those values that stood out and captured my attention when I heard you speak for the first time. You will never know the impact you have made on the minds of students and adult open-minded thinkers. Thank you for your contributions.

  • @_Make_America_Native_Again_.
    @_Make_America_Native_Again_. 20 дней назад +147

    I love this truth teller

  • @cetGT3
    @cetGT3 20 дней назад +122

    Prof Norman Finkelstein I’ve been following your Lectures and speeches for many many years….your one of my most respected human beings.
    We Love you and wish you many more years in the business of Truth, hope you can see this message.

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 20 дней назад

      He is the woke, and Gen Z.😗

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe 20 дней назад

      every US college has an anti-israel studies department , for at least 20 years already. but finally mo_rons are becoming a majority

    • @mountain_dewd
      @mountain_dewd 20 дней назад

      @@titikkoma8586 How can he be Gen Z as a 60 yr old? Zoomers were born way after 2000. You Z1 0 N 1st rats dont have a functioning brain.

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +2

      @@titikkoma8586 Well said. When I first heard him, the word integrity and honesty was I sensed emanating form him.

    • @marygoff5472
      @marygoff5472 19 дней назад +3

      As a 79 yrs old, America grandma I am so happy to be learning the Truth. I am devouring everything I can and Norman you are at the top of my list, I’ve enjoyed all your interviews, especially this one and now plan to read all your books! What a gift you are to the World! 👏🏼☮️💕💫

  • @r.waters3375
    @r.waters3375 19 дней назад +7

    What a great interview, what a great interviewer, (name? I'm ashamed to say I've forgotten it even though you interviewed me) what a great man Professor Finkelstein is. As a greenhorn I have no idea what "Identity politics" are so I shall have to read up on them/it. I loved the final few minutes, I identify with professor Finkelstein's frustrations at the betrayals we suffer. The real world of fame and fortune, power and privilege, agreed. However in my book I differ ever so slightly on the twin forks of the spiritual position, I try to abide by Truth and Love, Justice being what happens if and when we choose to formalize and integrate Love for our brothers and sisters into our moral compass and legal institutions.
    Love Roger Waters (Greenhorn)

  • @essenceofachosen6407
    @essenceofachosen6407 18 дней назад +6

    It's upsetting that they cut it multiple times throughout the video because I'm genuinely interested in listening to anything Norman says. Can you please upload the full interview?

  • @stellamillburn6145
    @stellamillburn6145 20 дней назад +65

    I’m so moved by Norman Finkelstein’s closing words. What a beautiful human being. You have done so much for truth and justice. This is your time, when all your years of work are bearing fruit in this terrible struggle. Still have tears running down my face

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +5

      Agreed. When he is given time to speak it feels like that something you never heard of before on this unjust conflict is said. I sit up straight. every time he speaks.

    • @sabatalsharif8948
      @sabatalsharif8948 20 дней назад +3

      🎉❤

  • @benc8834
    @benc8834 20 дней назад +147

    The most fitting last word "children" speaks to your utmost care for the future of humanity Norman. Thankyou.

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 18 дней назад

      The many children only demonstrate the success the Palestinians could have had if they didn't spend all their time and resources hating jews

  • @germaineboatwala-sidhva1079
    @germaineboatwala-sidhva1079 19 дней назад +7

    One of the few tremendous thought provoking interviews I've seen! Norman Finkelstein is not only a great thinker, but strong in simplicity . Not to be underestimated. Truth requires simplicity to be itself. Justice and truth go hand in hand. We need more Normans in the world today! A boost to Truth! 🙏👍

  • @evelync177
    @evelync177 18 дней назад +5

    Dr. Norman Finkelstein's commitment, dedication, conviction and integrity to truth and justice on the plight of the Palestinian people has risen to the occasion of this moment in history indeed! Thank you for this interview. I only hope the un-edited version will be shared with the world as well!

  • @vasimajeddy6572
    @vasimajeddy6572 20 дней назад +204

    Soooo happy for the ‘good doctor’. After having suffered for years over his formidable stance for the Palestinians, he’s much sort after. ✊

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe 20 дней назад +1

      yes, mo rons are becoming a majority

    • @mschickie007
      @mschickie007 20 дней назад +9

      @@cropframespeak for your self .

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 19 дней назад

      if Palestinian consider Arab and Muslim. they do not have arabic alphabet P.. for palestinian. they should say.. Free Bhilistine or filistine.. it makes sense logically..🤗🤗

    • @michellenorris8471
      @michellenorris8471 15 дней назад

      @@titikkoma8586 I like to spell 'Palestine' as it was clearly on all the maps before 1948.

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 15 дней назад

      @@michellenorris8471 in 1947 UN passed Resolution 181. Partition Plan Planning. it states to make 2 States solution between the Jews and Arab. UN never ever mention the word Palestinian. Why??? Because There is no Palestinian. and the Arab League Rejected and they start Attack and Annihilate the Jewish People but they are fail even till now.. the History Never lie.🤭🤭

  • @MendeMaria-ej8bf
    @MendeMaria-ej8bf 20 дней назад +134

    Thank you for another insightful interview with Professor Norman Finkelstein. It's always worth listening to him.

  • @ericrobinson7184
    @ericrobinson7184 19 дней назад +5

    Sound of Applause and Appreciation...from Gaza...and the rest of us who listened to Norman like a hawk, back in the days when he would challenge anyone to a duel over Palestinian sovereignty.

  • @mochir2516
    @mochir2516 19 дней назад +6

    What a strong voice for the voiceless unfortunate folks of Palestine. You, sir will be among the first people to be invited to visit the Free Palestine one day!

  • @belensanchez6774
    @belensanchez6774 20 дней назад +103

    Splendid conversation full of depth. Beautiful Norman Finkelstein

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 18 дней назад +3

      Only complaint is that I wish it were longer. Norm needs his time so I get it though but his wisdom is really important.

  • @ChristineEbadi
    @ChristineEbadi 20 дней назад +100

    Bless his hardworking soul. He’s done a lot to spread truth ❤

  • @abeltesfaye_
    @abeltesfaye_ 18 дней назад +4

    Norm is NOT "inadequate," & he has moved MILLIONS of us. Thank-you for never stop fighting, Norm - you say you did, but you truly never did. You have done the work a million times over and you continue doing it & we will be here to continue it as well ❤

  • @aftabashraf9799
    @aftabashraf9799 19 дней назад +6

    Humanity will lose an opportunity if it didn't financially and morally support Norman Finkelstein - an intellectual giant - at this juncture of History.
    Millions like myself would happily contribute financially towards his efforts to project his vision of truthfulness and fairness.
    How can we participate?

    • @mozartsbumbumsrus7750
      @mozartsbumbumsrus7750 18 дней назад +2

      We can participate merely by being a better human being.

    • @kd2a2a59
      @kd2a2a59 14 дней назад

      Purchase his books, they are very intresting. And continue to stand for the right cause

    • @mozartsbumbumsrus7750
      @mozartsbumbumsrus7750 14 дней назад

      Humanity always seems to lose. Every opportunity is lost right, left and center. It's the triadic personalities, like tRump who always win. Remember Tom Paine. The USA died with him in 1809.

  • @fayezakamal3778
    @fayezakamal3778 20 дней назад +58

    Professor Finklestein is a true treasure. Wish the world would heed what he says❤

  • @sdeshera
    @sdeshera 20 дней назад +84

    Finally, an interviewer with the good sense not to impose his will and simply allow this brilliant man to speak. Thank you.❤

    • @LauraHalvar
      @LauraHalvar 20 дней назад +7

      I was thinking the same and looked at his name so I can catch more from him. Dude gets it. I like him. ❤

    • @boushbash3133
      @boushbash3133 20 дней назад +6

      Great interviewer and great interviewee.

    • @teosprock3508
      @teosprock3508 18 дней назад +1

      That may be true, but his answers are cut short in at least two instances (so far at the point im at)... 18:16

    • @abeltesfaye_
      @abeltesfaye_ 18 дней назад

      Dr. Marc Lamont Hill, another pro-Palestinian advocate, who has been fighting for Palestine's liberation for YEARS & was wrongly fired from CNN bc of it, also just lets Norm speak when he interviews him as well bc Marc deeply respects Norm ❤ If anything, Marc only asks questions he knows Zionists will use to try and discredit Norm so that Norm can educate us how ridiculous the Zionist narrative is
      FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸

  • @dmwalker24
    @dmwalker24 18 дней назад +5

    Even Norman's 'inadequate' response, is in comparison to almost everyone else, the response of a titan. The impacts of age are overcome by the wisdom gained in the decades of intense study. I made similar choices as a young person to align myself with truth, and justice, and the costs of that are very real. I have no illusions of fame or fortune, but at the end I will be able to say that I never sold out my principles. I salute all of my comrades who are doing the same.

  • @deanolson7025
    @deanolson7025 9 дней назад +1

    WOW! Thank you TRT for producing this insightful interview with Norman Finkelstein! I have recently been following him, triggered by his "debate" on Piers Morgan between Finkelstein and Dershowitz. Your interview with him really was helpful in better understanding his background, how he came to what he sees as his vocation, and just the sense of really caring for him, what he has dedicated his life to and is so competent in doing, being the gadfly to the horse, like Socrates.
    And to Norman: thank you for sharing what has shaped your life and some of the specifics that set your focus on who you have become and what you chose (or chose you) to write about and to go out and fervently speak to. And thank you for sharing about the 1%, those who chose the spiritual values and the price that is paid for going down this path.

  • @assalaamu-alaykum
    @assalaamu-alaykum 20 дней назад +73

    He is the best forensic scholar on this topic and has lots of people admiring his efforts for justice. Nice to listen to his background story.. ♡

  • @brownshuri4820
    @brownshuri4820 20 дней назад +77

    The humility and the knowledge Norman emits is so calming. I wish I had teacher like him. You are the best Norman. Thank you for standing for Truth and Justice and never falling for fame and fortune. I pray that we see a Free Palestine. That would be God’s miracle to you as a human and for all of us. Lots of good wishes.

    • @MB.77
      @MB.77 20 дней назад +7

      Well said. I feel the same!

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe 20 дней назад

      every US college has an anti-israel studies department , for at least 20 years already. but finally mo_rons are becoming a majority in the US - like they are in the Muslim world

  • @BasB-bd4ep
    @BasB-bd4ep 7 дней назад +1

    Thank you, Norman, from Holland. I could listen to you for weeks and never be bored. Thanks for your fight for truth and justice, it inspires me and keeps me going. The Palestinian resistance would not be the same without you!

  • @DrBill-zv5dx
    @DrBill-zv5dx 17 дней назад +3

    This interviewer was so respectful and he didn’t interrupt the great professor and author: Norman Finkelstein. Thanks, it was very informative indeed.

  • @arfaouisami2955
    @arfaouisami2955 20 дней назад +80

    as a muslim .. this man making me cry every time i listen to him ! appreciation is an understatement ! the empathy he have .. the humility .. the knowledge ! he said one time he dont believe in god i hope he reconsider it ! i really wanna see him i not in this life then in the next one ! thanks Mr. Finkelstein

    • @stephaniepires8916
      @stephaniepires8916 17 дней назад +3

      Me too.

    • @wavingcat5
      @wavingcat5 16 дней назад +9

      My opinion is he might not believe in God, but he certainly honours the sacred.

    • @frazel22
      @frazel22 13 дней назад +1

      Yes my brother . This intellectual giant, Prof Ilan Pappe, Prof Norm, Prof Alvi and all others bring tears to my eyes

  • @abutaher5612
    @abutaher5612 20 дней назад +51

    Professor Norman Finkelstein second to none in the world. May God bless him

  • @kathiehenderson1851
    @kathiehenderson1851 9 дней назад +1

    Norman. If you ever see this, I want to tell you that I have been following you for quite some time. I deeply admire you for your intellectual contribution to the Palestinian plight.
    Keep on Keeping on May God be with you and protect you.

  • @MrGman2804
    @MrGman2804 16 дней назад +3

    Norman Finkelstein needs to be heard by everyone. His knowledge is very important. He is an International treasure.

  • @illalima6670
    @illalima6670 20 дней назад +37

    This brought tears to my eyes. This Jewish man dedicated his whole life to the cause of the Palestinians. For years he was speaking when nobody was listening. We are listening now Dr.Finkelstein, we are listening now.

  • @mouradbsiri3822
    @mouradbsiri3822 20 дней назад +76

    A bright intellectual with a great sense of justice, human rights, courage and political conviction.

  • @Mohika881
    @Mohika881 19 дней назад +3

    Thanks you to the people who brought this interview and of course thank you to Norman Finkelstein for being a leading light of truth and justice. I found the end particularly moving. We must all re-double our efforts for the sake of the Palestinian people and for truth and justice!

  • @justasimple-by7sf
    @justasimple-by7sf 17 дней назад +4

    Norman: You are the most serious scholar of the Arab- Israeli conflict. Not surprising you are physically and mentally tired- fighting so many moral “real inadequates” people, most of your life. Rest, take it easy.. you have documented all your work in your forensic books…

  • @chris210352
    @chris210352 20 дней назад +42

    Norman. I just watched this interview. My husband and I admire you enormously, and agree with you. Much love from Ontario, Canada.

  • @user-hp8wn8zy1d
    @user-hp8wn8zy1d 20 дней назад +123

    This is The true blood line of prophet Israel.

    • @Plektrud
      @Plektrud 18 дней назад

      😂😂😂

    • @user-hp8wn8zy1d
      @user-hp8wn8zy1d 18 дней назад

      @@Plektrud His Bravery, His boldness, his background, his knowledge, the stakes he has taken I believe he might be the blood live of prophet David himself .
      Should get his DNA done
      But who will tell the DNA of prophets with surety?
      Atleast he must be the blood of prophet jacob

    • @Plektrud
      @Plektrud 18 дней назад

      @@user-hp8wn8zy1d 🤣🤣🤣

  • @nizamithirteen
    @nizamithirteen 12 дней назад +2

    Wonderful interview. Norman restores faith in humanity by walking his talk. He is in fact a deeply spiritual figure whose works inspire thousands if not millions ❤

  • @Libbathegreat
    @Libbathegreat 20 дней назад +76

    Wish they hadn't edited this so awkwardly, kept cutting him off like mid-sentence. Just play the whole interview.

    • @evelync177
      @evelync177 18 дней назад +7

      Awkward editing indeed! I also encourage TRT to show the entire un-edited version instead.

    • @yaboydolphin
      @yaboydolphin 11 дней назад +3

      yeah, what the hell was that? like it was edited on some guys phone

    • @Helios--
      @Helios-- 9 дней назад +2

      Thank you. Been scrolling through comments to see if anyone else noticed. I've seen many TRT videos and none of them have this bizarre editing. Surprised they uploaded it like this honestly.

  • @Libbathegreat
    @Libbathegreat 20 дней назад +177

    Would not have guessed my favorite technophobe was working with three monitors 😅
    Can't help but think how the moment he was "shattered" by the truth about Mao parallels how shattered many of the true believers in the right and might of Israel will be once they're forced to reckon with the truth, and realize that everyone who disagreed with them wasn't an "antisemite" (or as Finkelstein said a "petite bourgeois"). Until then, the Palestinians and the rest of the world will continue paying a high price for their education.

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад

      agreed. One day "some" Israelis" will look back and see that they have been brainwashed.

    • @waterkingdavid
      @waterkingdavid 19 дней назад

      Perhaps But sadly many will simply refuse to read or entertain anything other than the lies they're used to.
      Same as those whites in South Africa who still claim all South Africans were better under apartheid.

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 18 дней назад

      Don't hold your breath

    • @eggnoodle
      @eggnoodle 17 дней назад

      I worry many are completely incapable of that level of retrospective empathy & logic. Fascist propaganda rots the brain

  • @augusttorngrenwartin
    @augusttorngrenwartin 16 дней назад +2

    This interview made me cry. Thank you, Norman. ❤

  • @maysumallibhai3309
    @maysumallibhai3309 19 дней назад +4

    His regrets bring tears to my eyes. It’s like when Imam Ali feels his efforts towards his spiritual efforts towards Truth and Justice were inadequate for his capacity. If that’s how he feels, where does that place us? So much legacy to fulfill… so much struggle to endure.

  • @afterglow5285
    @afterglow5285 20 дней назад +19

    Norman inspired a new generation, he must be proud

  • @Robervalarembepe
    @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +61

    Norman, is in a different class altogether. Qualities like Integrity, honesty, self-awareness, truth telling and solidity always comes to my mind every time I hear him.. You feel that you can believe every word that comes out of his mouth. Norman, you have done your courageous contribution to the history of this unjust conflict. As you have said, no nobody knows more about it and the lies told by Israel than you. And that is a gift to humanity that you leave behind. Thank you.

  • @c.kainoabugado7935
    @c.kainoabugado7935 19 дней назад +2

    Ty Norman Finklestein for being available so often for media talks🙌🏽

  • @paxetgratia
    @paxetgratia 19 дней назад +2

    I have watched many interviews with Dr. Finkelstein, but this is one of my favorites. I’ve already watched it twice. Thank you to the interviewer for the questions asked and for giving him time to respond.

  • @trueman2662
    @trueman2662 20 дней назад +41

    Due respect to PROFESSOR NORMAN FINKELSTEIN.

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 19 дней назад

      Arabic Alphabet it does not have P.. they should s ay.. Norman Bhilistine or Free Filistine.. it makes sense. logically.🤗🤗

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 18 дней назад

      The water umlaut was used for trees of various butane. Bhilistine can also have an active source in legumes.

  • @zarina6420
    @zarina6420 20 дней назад +69

    The walking, talking,dictionary, respect for standing up 4 human rights

  • @Kish34630
    @Kish34630 3 дня назад +1

    He is an intellectual warrior.
    I come under the umbrella of dyslexia so reading has always been an issue and thus had a negative impact on my education .
    However , listening to Norman has educated me so much and I am able to articulate the information he so eloquently shares on Palestine .

  • @MrGman2804
    @MrGman2804 16 дней назад +2

    Regarding what Norman said at around 38:40 As far as I am concerned, while he may have less strength than when he was younger, his knowledge and wisdom are probably reaching further than he knows. I for one seek out his interviews to learn from him. I have already learnt from him, and as long as his interviews remain in the public domain I will encourage people to refer to Norman Finkelstein to learn. I highly respect what he has to say. Thank you Norman Finkelstein. He is contributing a considerable amount to the modern record of all this.

  • @rashlion
    @rashlion 20 дней назад +32

    I haven’t anywhere near the intellect of this man, yet when I listen to him my soul is stirred

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +1

      Agreed. I feel that I am in the presence on something solid and true.

  • @5Gazto
    @5Gazto 20 дней назад +47

    The great Norman Finkelstein, will be remembered as a man of character and integrity, so few of them are left, unless I am going to the worng places and not finding them, it's the whole human world.

  • @Al_Idrissi_
    @Al_Idrissi_ 17 дней назад +2

    Professor Finkelstein is a true sunshine over Earth❤

  • @tonycreedon4076
    @tonycreedon4076 19 дней назад +2

    I am very grateful for this conversation and i would only want to offer the comment that of course what we all do individually is inadequate to the moment at hand but what we do individually ricochets and enables and magnifies what others therefore do. My own small contribution to the struggle for Palestine is greatly helped by the steadfastness and clarity of vision and thought you offer and - whilst I understand and empathise with the feeling of inadequacy - actually what you are offering is inspirational and greatly strengthening to many people, myself included, who you will never meet and never know. Stand tall, never stop and Free Palestine

  • @AdamShivers-bt2hs
    @AdamShivers-bt2hs 20 дней назад +53

    Fascinating insight by professor Finkelstein.
    God bless
    Thanks for sharing

  • @mulan2010
    @mulan2010 20 дней назад +28

    Listening to this man is a treasure. So lucky that I was alive when this person was alive to show me what it means to stick by something even if you are standing alone.
    At the end of his life, he is a well respected hero. He might as well wear a cape and red boots.
    Meanwhile others who were high in position and power are now devoid of credit or prestige or integrity despite their wealth.

  • @rameaudelapierrecatherine5312
    @rameaudelapierrecatherine5312 18 дней назад +1

    I just realized thanks to what Norman Filkenstein has just said, that since I was very young, I always fighted for the truth and justice ! I lost many friends who were fighting for fame and money! Today, I’m still the same !

  • @claudiahaller3565
    @claudiahaller3565 19 дней назад

    A deep and humbled THANK YOU to Prof. Finkelstein. It's because of you and your teachings that I grabbed my Palestine scarf and keep going out on the street, supporting the people of Palestine... I salute you from Germany... 🙏🏼...

  • @HasnaaAlaa
    @HasnaaAlaa 20 дней назад +57

    I love this man so much

  • @BridgeTROLL777
    @BridgeTROLL777 20 дней назад +35

    most under appreciated scholar on Israel and Palestine. Humanitarian through and through.

  • @antho4156
    @antho4156 16 дней назад +3

    Is there a full unedited version of this interview? There are several cuts made in the middle of some of Professor Finkelstein’s dsicussion. Any help on that front would be appreciated. Such an eye opening interview. Thank you so very much Norman, your work has intruigued me and this interview has captivated me. A very enjoyable listen

  • @majorkaios
    @majorkaios 19 дней назад +1

    When Norman Finkelstein speaks candidly about the motivation behind his personal integrity, It is a rare privilege for hungry idealists, even at age 63.

  • @salsadublin7200
    @salsadublin7200 20 дней назад +35

    I love this man and his mind. Is amazing his ability to remember, argue and have such self-awareness.

  • @anadelosrios5747
    @anadelosrios5747 20 дней назад +39

    Is there a full interview? I miss what has been cut out. EVERYTHING Norman Finkelstein says is of utmost meaning and importance. Please give us the FULL INTERVIEW, not edited.

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe 20 дней назад +3

      Agreed. As he said he speak slowly because put values to his words. How many people left on the materialism word like him?

    • @Libbathegreat
      @Libbathegreat 20 дней назад

      I agree, they can edit for the broadcast version (and I have to say it was poorly edited) but why not put the whole thing on the Internet?

    • @hamnaahmad3579
      @hamnaahmad3579 20 дней назад

      Yes the editing was unnecessary. We'll listen as long as he speaks.

    • @hmmmmmmminteresting
      @hmmmmmmminteresting 15 дней назад

      In the rest he calls for more genocide of Jews and glorifies Hamas even more

  • @TahminaSultana-bc8tf
    @TahminaSultana-bc8tf 10 дней назад +1

    I am glad I came across to watch this video. Special thanks to the interviewer who let the professor speak without interruption and just quietly listened. You have no idea what a rare quality it is these days!

  • @udumebrayemrakpor2300
    @udumebrayemrakpor2300 17 дней назад +1

    Norman Finkelstein, you are a gift to mankind and there's nothing "inadequate" about your contributions towards bettering our humanity as it relates to the Palestinian cause. Great respect to you, sir

  • @geovanniali6060
    @geovanniali6060 20 дней назад +34

    Ireland is suffering from intergenerational PTSD whilst watching a genocide on our phone's.
    Please help ❤

    • @Chuckruu
      @Chuckruu 20 дней назад +1

      And in SA and in SW Africa, Armenians , Congo, Indigenous in North Central and South America and Non Zionist Jews!

    • @rashlion
      @rashlion 20 дней назад +5

      Continue fighting, tell the truth, go beyond everything you been taught, you can hide from the war outside, but you cannot hide from the war within, just be human, stand against hate, division, injustice, keep telling the truth, let your soul erupt like a volcano against any genocide

    • @rashlion
      @rashlion 20 дней назад +5

      I have rarely seen such compassion in life as this man, his heart is thrown around on stormy seas yet he never changes course, a true humanitarian, a true brother who cares for others yet nothing of himself

    • @michellenorris8471
      @michellenorris8471 15 дней назад

      Yes, my father was from Belfast, Northern Ireland, I know what you mean.

  • @jefbezoss7638
    @jefbezoss7638 20 дней назад +22

    A wonderful interviewer and interview truly seeing the humanistic side and personally of Norman Finkelstein. A true scholar, sincere and courageous man 🙏

  • @mireilleelassal978
    @mireilleelassal978 5 дней назад

    Myself, my family, my ancestor, and my offspring will be forever grateful to this man. Thank you doctor Finkelstein.

  • @seenunseenr855
    @seenunseenr855 19 дней назад +2

    I feel so very honoured to have the pleasure of being able to learn this great man at this point in time. A great time in history of human kind. I look at you sir with awe and outmost respect. You are what evolution of mind means. What every human must strive for. We’ve stopped evolving in mind. 😢🇨🇦💕

  • @LyBamOli
    @LyBamOli 20 дней назад +32

    I love Norman Finkelstein. A truly great human being.