As'ad AbuKhalil
Fierce Critic of Israeli Policies
Date of Birth:
1960
Tyre, Lebanon
Place of Birth:
Why Featured?
As'ad AbuKhalil is a prominent political scientist and outspoken critic of the Israeli occupation of Palestine. Through his writings and public speeches, he has consistently highlighted the injustices faced by Palestinians, making significant contributions to the global discourse on Palestinian rights.
Brief bio
As'ad AbuKhalil is a Lebanese-American political scientist, professor, and author known for his sharp critiques of Middle Eastern politics, particularly the Israeli occupation of Palestine. His blog, the Angry Arab News Service, serves as a platform for his critiques on various issues, including the plight of Palestinians under Israeli rule. AbuKhalil's unwavering stance against Israeli policies has positioned him as a significant voice in the advocacy for Palestinian rights.
Major Milestones
Contributions
1983: Moves to the United States for graduate studies, eventually earning a Ph.D. in comparative government from Georgetown University.
1993: Begins his teaching career at California State University, Stanislaus, where he continues to work as a professor of political science.
2003: Launches the Angry Arab News Service, a blog that becomes widely recognized for its incisive commentary on Middle Eastern politics, especially Palestine.
2009: Delivers a powerful talk titled “Apartheid: Racism and Violation of Human Rights in South Africa and Palestine” at the University of Massachusetts, drawing direct comparisons between the apartheid regime in South Africa and Israeli policies in Palestine.
2011-2021: Publishes numerous articles and gives lectures that emphasize the ongoing occupation of Palestine, consistently advocating for the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement as a means to apply pressure on Israel.
Advocacy for Palestinian Rights: AbuKhalil has been a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights, using his platform to expose the harsh realities of the Israeli occupation and to challenge narratives that downplay Palestinian suffering...See More
Promotion of BDS: He has been a strong supporter of the BDS movement, arguing that it is a necessary tool to combat Israeli apartheid and bring about justice for Palestinians.
Critique of Israeli Policies: Through his writings and public speeches, AbuKhalil has consistently criticized Israeli policies, equating them to apartheid, and calling for global action against these injustices...See More
Educational Outreach: AbuKhalil has used his academic position to educate students and the public about the history and ongoing struggle of Palestinians, emphasizing the need for solidarity and activism.
Public Speaking and Writing: His talks and writings have influenced many in the academic and activist communities, particularly those involved in Middle Eastern studies and human rights advocacy, by providing a strong, unyielding perspective on the Palestinian issue.
Date of Last Update:
October 16, 2024
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