Palestine Talks | Norman Finkelstein

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  • čas přidán 18. 04. 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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  • @lilypimentel-stratton1198
    @lilypimentel-stratton1198 Před 13 dny +1951

    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 Před 13 dny +3

      🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

    • @ryanachmad9054
      @ryanachmad9054 Před 13 dny +62

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

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +1

      Do you condemn hamas?

    • @k.a737
      @k.a737 Před 13 dny +63

      ​​@@DharmYogi do you condemn israhell

  • @growthandunderstanding
    @growthandunderstanding Před 13 dny +856

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

    • @HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings
      @HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +6

      ​@@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings
      omg yes ..

    • @nesanesa9547
      @nesanesa9547 Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny +9

      Dr. and Prof. Finkelstein... :)

    • @pipers-689
      @pipers-689 Před 13 dny +7

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

  • @melosova-suav8930
    @melosova-suav8930 Před 13 dny +136

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

    • @kathiehenderson1851
      @kathiehenderson1851 Před 2 dny

      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.

  • @rachidhaboub2064
    @rachidhaboub2064 Před 13 dny +58

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

  • @michellenorris8471
    @michellenorris8471 Před 13 dny +1110

    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 Před 13 dny +21

      So true!

    • @sdeshera
      @sdeshera Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny +16

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

    • @GrannyRalls
      @GrannyRalls Před 13 dny +34

      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 Před 13 dny +27

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

  • @CrazyforCruiser
    @CrazyforCruiser Před 13 dny +421

    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 Před 11 dny +7

      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!!!”

  • @yassers.s4255
    @yassers.s4255 Před 13 dny +197

    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 Před 12 dny +8

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

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 Před 12 dny +7

      Thank you for your very thoughtful and heartfelt response

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 Před 11 dny +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 Před 11 dny +1

      @@trulla212 And same to you , appreciering 🌹

    • @yassers.s4255
      @yassers.s4255 Před 11 dny +2

      @@JRain234 Many thanks yo your good person appreciering 🌹

  • @chicofrijoles
    @chicofrijoles Před 11 dny +53

    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 Před 8 dny +1

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

    • @Jazril
      @Jazril Před 4 dny +1

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

  • @noemiarias9669
    @noemiarias9669 Před 13 dny +559

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

    • @mattblack118
      @mattblack118 Před 12 dny

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

  • @mehas81
    @mehas81 Před 13 dny +501

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

    • @Feellikealady99
      @Feellikealady99 Před 10 dny +7

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

    • @naveed210
      @naveed210 Před 10 dny +1

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

    • @sholbk
      @sholbk Před 10 dny

      100%

    • @crizish
      @crizish Před 9 dny

      @@naveed210 my guess....editing.

    • @naveed210
      @naveed210 Před 9 dny

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

  • @cacevedo07
    @cacevedo07 Před 12 dny +38

    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!

  • @TSD0416
    @TSD0416 Před 12 dny +21

    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 CZcams channels and providing your opinion, thoughts and feedback. I look forward to every interview. Thank you and God Bless you.

  • @juanpezoa854
    @juanpezoa854 Před 13 dny +667

    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 Před 13 dny +20

      Thank you for sharing this

    • @BrendaHeeligan
      @BrendaHeeligan Před 13 dny +21

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

    • @smubarik70
      @smubarik70 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +5

      Hear! Hear!

  • @ShahirUsmani
    @ShahirUsmani Před 13 dny +351

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

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe Před 13 dny +10

      absolutely.

    • @brettt2000
      @brettt2000 Před 13 dny +7

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

    • @hamnaahmad3579
      @hamnaahmad3579 Před 13 dny +3

      Agree wholeheartedly

    • @m0nZt3r
      @m0nZt3r Před 11 dny

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

    • @aaabatteries9948
      @aaabatteries9948 Před 10 dny +1

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

  • @aamnahere6250
    @aamnahere6250 Před 11 dny +17

    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.

  • @ricco6270
    @ricco6270 Před 13 dny +14

    This interview among many others show that humanity, courage and dignity have no religion or ethnicity. I've been following Prof. Finkelstein for years and his commitment to the Palestinian cause never ceased to amaze me. A literal hero and inspiration. His moral consistency is truly awe inspiring.
    As a muslim, i can definitely say that i've never respected and admired someone more than him. I wish more muslims knew about him and the likes of ILan Pappe and Naom chomsky. History never forgets and we will forever be grateful. ❤🇵🇸🕊

  • @youknow6968
    @youknow6968 Před 13 dny +264

    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 Před 12 dny +5

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

  • @jeffreynall1062
    @jeffreynall1062 Před 13 dny +327

    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 Před 13 dny +17

      Love the way you put it

    • @brownshuri4820
      @brownshuri4820 Před 13 dny +17

      You put into words what I felt too.

    • @baddad2955
      @baddad2955 Před 13 dny +1

      🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

    • @ryanachmad9054
      @ryanachmad9054 Před 13 dny +12

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

    • @AdolfsGirl
      @AdolfsGirl Před 13 dny +1

      ​@@baddad2955zionist troll spotted

  • @kentexican5844
    @kentexican5844 Před 12 dny +23

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

    • @thestorysbehindus7903
      @thestorysbehindus7903 Před 7 dny

      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-- Před 3 dny

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

  • @mitchurchin2
    @mitchurchin2 Před 10 dny +8

    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.

  • @JohnFelinn
    @JohnFelinn Před 13 dny +633

    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 Před 13 dny +3

      who is Palestinian ???🤭🤭

    • @Roland_Deschain
      @Roland_Deschain Před 13 dny

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

    • @Insideman666
      @Insideman666 Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny +31

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

    • @shebamaree9026
      @shebamaree9026 Před 13 dny +1

      wrong!

  • @kjw6383
    @kjw6383 Před 13 dny +709

    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 Před 13 dny +39

      Thank you for those words

    • @lilypimentel-stratton1198
      @lilypimentel-stratton1198 Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny

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

    • @NotInMYName_AntiZionistJew
      @NotInMYName_AntiZionistJew Před 13 dny +13

      💯

  • @14tmnbK
    @14tmnbK Před 12 dny +11

    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.🙌🙌🙌

  • @Ben55583
    @Ben55583 Před 6 dny +3

    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'.

  • @alexglanz7406
    @alexglanz7406 Před 13 dny +311

    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 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +4

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

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 Před 12 dny +2

      It ABSOLUTELY DOES!

    • @haydermh1449
      @haydermh1449 Před 11 dny +3

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

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 Před 11 dny

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

  • @joaomiguelxs
    @joaomiguelxs Před 13 dny +189

    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 Před 13 dny

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

  • @SC-pm1pg
    @SC-pm1pg Před 13 dny +15

    I have so much respect and admiration for Mr Finkelsteins intellect, integrity and courage.

  • @gansitomarinela
    @gansitomarinela Před 13 dny +19

    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 Před 7 dny +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 Před 5 dny +1

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

  • @benc8834
    @benc8834 Před 13 dny +148

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

    • @nealandersen4867
      @nealandersen4867 Před 11 dny

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

  • @Misty_Mountains1
    @Misty_Mountains1 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny

      😂😂😂

    • @ryanachmad9054
      @ryanachmad9054 Před 13 dny +3

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

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe Před 13 dny

      islamonazis started that war

    • @Libbathegreat
      @Libbathegreat Před 13 dny +3

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

    • @baddad2955
      @baddad2955 Před 12 dny

      @@Libbathegreat 😂😂😂😂😂😂 yeah right

  • @yogi4lyfe
    @yogi4lyfe Před 13 dny +15

    Norman Finkelstein is a national treasure!

  • @susan6507
    @susan6507 Před 13 dny +13

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

  • @zarina6420
    @zarina6420 Před 13 dny +67

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

  • @brownshuri4820
    @brownshuri4820 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +7

      Well said. I feel the same!

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe Před 13 dny

      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

  • @CapricornSunSagRisingLibraMoon

    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.

  • @yeshuasaves2314
    @yeshuasaves2314 Před 12 dny +6

    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.❤

  • @_Make_America_Native_Again_.

    I love this truth teller

  • @MattMajcan
    @MattMajcan Před 13 dny +81

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

    • @wavingcat5
      @wavingcat5 Před 10 dny +6

      Wonderful! I hope we can see a recording!

    • @hmmmmmmminteresting
      @hmmmmmmminteresting Před 8 dny

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

  • @germaineboatwala-sidhva1079

    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! 🙏👍

  • @deanolson7025
    @deanolson7025 Před 2 dny +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.

  • @illalima6670
    @illalima6670 Před 13 dny +32

    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.

  • @assalaamu-alaykum
    @assalaamu-alaykum Před 13 dny +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.. ♡

  • @massford2767
    @massford2767 Před 13 dny +11

    Norman F, its a privilege to know your work.

  • @r.waters3375
    @r.waters3375 Před 12 dny +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)

  • @Libbathegreat
    @Libbathegreat Před 13 dny +176

    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 Před 13 dny

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

    • @waterkingdavid
      @waterkingdavid Před 13 dny

      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 Před 11 dny

      Don't hold your breath

    • @eggnoodle
      @eggnoodle Před 11 dny

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

  • @Robervalarembepe
    @Robervalarembepe Před 13 dny +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.

  • @dmwalker24
    @dmwalker24 Před 11 dny +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.

  • @BasB-bd4ep
    @BasB-bd4ep Před 22 hodinami +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!

  • @belensanchez6774
    @belensanchez6774 Před 13 dny +103

    Splendid conversation full of depth. Beautiful Norman Finkelstein

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 Před 11 dny +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.

  • @5Gazto
    @5Gazto Před 13 dny +46

    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.

  • @aftabashraf9799
    @aftabashraf9799 Před 12 dny +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 Před 11 dny +1

      We can participate merely by being a better human being.

    • @kd2a2a59
      @kd2a2a59 Před 7 dny

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

    • @mozartsbumbumsrus7750
      @mozartsbumbumsrus7750 Před 7 dny

      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.

  • @sissach1
    @sissach1 Před 13 dny +7

    He's sacrificed everything (career, personal life etc..) to catalogue the historical record of Israel Palestine despite decades of vociferous attacks. My admiration for him is huge.

  • @vasimajeddy6572
    @vasimajeddy6572 Před 13 dny +203

    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 Před 13 dny +1

      yes, mo rons are becoming a majority

    • @mschickie007
      @mschickie007 Před 13 dny +9

      @@cropframespeak for your self .

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 Před 12 dny

      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 Před 8 dny

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

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 Před 8 dny

      @@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.🤭🤭

  • @trueman2662
    @trueman2662 Před 13 dny +40

    Due respect to PROFESSOR NORMAN FINKELSTEIN.

    • @titikkoma8586
      @titikkoma8586 Před 12 dny

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

    • @JRain234
      @JRain234 Před 11 dny

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

  • @DrBill-zv5dx
    @DrBill-zv5dx Před 11 dny +3

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

  • @evelync177
    @evelync177 Před 11 dny +4

    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!

  • @BridgeTROLL777
    @BridgeTROLL777 Před 13 dny +34

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

  • @mouradbsiri3822
    @mouradbsiri3822 Před 13 dny +76

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

  • @MrGman2804
    @MrGman2804 Před 9 dny +3

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

  • @ericrobinson7184
    @ericrobinson7184 Před 12 dny +4

    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.

  • @cetGT3
    @cetGT3 Před 13 dny +121

    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 Před 13 dny

      He is the woke, and Gen Z.😗

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny

      @@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 Před 13 dny +2

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

    • @marygoff5472
      @marygoff5472 Před 13 dny +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! 👏🏼☮️💕💫

  • @chris210352
    @chris210352 Před 13 dny +41

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

  • @kathiehenderson1851
    @kathiehenderson1851 Před 2 dny +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.

  • @abeltesfaye_
    @abeltesfaye_ Před 11 dny +3

    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 ❤

  • @stellamillburn6145
    @stellamillburn6145 Před 13 dny +63

    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 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny +3

      🎉❤

  • @rashlion
    @rashlion Před 13 dny +31

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

    • @Robervalarembepe
      @Robervalarembepe Před 13 dny +1

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

  • @essenceofachosen6407
    @essenceofachosen6407 Před 11 dny +4

    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?

  • @mochir2516
    @mochir2516 Před 13 dny +5

    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!

  • @mulan2010
    @mulan2010 Před 13 dny +27

    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.

  • @AdamShivers-bt2hs
    @AdamShivers-bt2hs Před 13 dny +54

    Fascinating insight by professor Finkelstein.
    God bless
    Thanks for sharing

  • @Mohika881
    @Mohika881 Před 12 dny +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!

  • @nizamithirteen
    @nizamithirteen Před 5 dny +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 ❤

  • @MendeMaria-ej8bf
    @MendeMaria-ej8bf Před 13 dny +132

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

  • @afterglow5285
    @afterglow5285 Před 13 dny +18

    Norman inspired a new generation, he must be proud

  • @TahminaSultana-bc8tf
    @TahminaSultana-bc8tf Před 3 dny +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!

  • @maysumallibhai3309
    @maysumallibhai3309 Před 12 dny +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.

  • @fatihaa7423
    @fatihaa7423 Před 13 dny +57

    Merci NORMAN POUR VOTRE COURAGE!❤ LA VÉRITÉ EST TOUJOURS BONNE A DIRE! MEME SI D AUTRES NE VIVE QU 'AVEC LE MENSONGE ET LA PROPAGANDE.!!!!!!

    • @cropframe
      @cropframe Před 13 dny

      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

  • @Libbathegreat
    @Libbathegreat Před 13 dny +75

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

    • @evelync177
      @evelync177 Před 11 dny +6

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

    • @yaboydolphin
      @yaboydolphin Před 4 dny +3

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

    • @Helios--
      @Helios-- Před 3 dny +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.

  • @paxetgratia
    @paxetgratia Před 12 dny +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.

  • @augusttorngrenwartin
    @augusttorngrenwartin Před 9 dny +2

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

  • @ChristineEbadi
    @ChristineEbadi Před 13 dny +100

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

  • @salsadublin7200
    @salsadublin7200 Před 13 dny +34

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

  • @MrGman2804
    @MrGman2804 Před 9 dny +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.

  • @Al_Idrissi_
    @Al_Idrissi_ Před 10 dny +2

    Professor Finkelstein is a true sunshine over Earth❤

  • @LyBamOli
    @LyBamOli Před 13 dny +31

    I love Norman Finkelstein. A truly great human being.

  • @HasnaaAlaa
    @HasnaaAlaa Před 13 dny +57

    I love this man so much

  • @c.kainoabugado7935
    @c.kainoabugado7935 Před 12 dny +2

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

  • @RayghaanaKahaar-oo4kb
    @RayghaanaKahaar-oo4kb Před 11 dny +2

    Thank you Professor Finkelstein..much respect...❤

  • @fayezakamal3778
    @fayezakamal3778 Před 13 dny +57

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

  • @m33ro.
    @m33ro. Před 13 dny +25

    Norman I love you for your sacrifices for Truth and Humanity.
    It's not ironic, but deeply saddening that Gaza is like a 21st century Warsaw Ghetto

  • @RizwanAli-bt7uo
    @RizwanAli-bt7uo Před 7 dny +3

    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.

  • @seenunseenr855
    @seenunseenr855 Před 12 dny +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. 😢🇨🇦💕

  • @anadelosrios5747
    @anadelosrios5747 Před 13 dny +38

    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 Před 13 dny +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 Před 13 dny

      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 Před 13 dny

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

    • @hmmmmmmminteresting
      @hmmmmmmminteresting Před 8 dny

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

  • @catherinemorrow6596
    @catherinemorrow6596 Před 13 dny +34

    Thank you for all you have done. Live well. Live to be a hundred, please.

  • @tonycreedon4076
    @tonycreedon4076 Před 12 dny +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

  • @ananda111
    @ananda111 Před 10 dny +1

    I am grateful for the day I met Norman Finkelstein in sea wonderful and essential work relating to Palestine. He fully represents me as a fair and true human being. Stay with us and have peace in your spirit. Your contribution is enormous. Be happy to be alive and take care of yourself. Great affection in your heart.🇵🇸🇧🇷

  • @jefbezoss7638
    @jefbezoss7638 Před 13 dny +22

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

  • @abutaher5612
    @abutaher5612 Před 13 dny +50

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

  • @MouhcineAlMansouri
    @MouhcineAlMansouri Před 12 dny +1

    What a wonderful interview!! Thks guys !! Norman is a brilliant guy, humble and authentic. Thks Norman to show to the western world what means standing in the side of Truth and justice. Your parents should be proud of you. Big Respect ❤️❤️

  • @speedoflight6645
    @speedoflight6645 Před 13 dny +3

    Thank you sir .. for standing with humanity .