‘BLM at School’ shares toolkit to educate US kids on Israel’s negative global perception.
Children in classrooms that use a curriculum with the Black Lives Matter stamp of approval will be taught that Israel is the evil force in the Middle East.
BLM at School shared a “Teaching Palestine” toolkit on Tuesday.
The wave of death triggered by Hamas when terrorists massacred more than 1,400 people in southern Israel this month “is the direct result of decades of Israeli settler colonialism, land dispossession, occupation, blockade, apartheid, and attempted genocide of millions of Palestinians,” the BLM at School proclaimed.
“Palestinians are reminding us that decolonization is not a metaphor or abstraction, but requires real, daily struggle,” it said.
“The ongoing fight to #TeachTruth in the U.S. must include Palestinian existence, resistance, culture, global contributions, and the ongoing struggle to realize a free Palestine,” BLM at school said.
“It also must directly name the ways that U.S. imperialism has fueled and supported apartheid and war crimes,” it said.
The ongoing fight to #TeachTruth in the U.S. must include Palestinian existence, resistance, culture, global contributions, and the ongoing struggle to realize a free Palestine.
Full statement: https://t.co/gmrMr5dDVt
— Black Lives Matter At School (@BLMAtSchool) October 17, 2023
The toolkit includes links to a number of pro-Palestinian websites.
The first resource listed is Decolonize Palestine, a website run by Palestinians in Ramallah. Among other things, it warns of “the myriad ways in which Israel seeks to improve its dismal world image.”
It also says apartheid is too kind a word to describe Israel.
“The Palestinian cause is a cause for decolonization and freedom, not for acquiring privileges in a colonial state. Consequently, we argue that the term Apartheid is not a sufficient descriptor for the status quo, but merely one of the many crimes committed by Israel,” the site says.
“After all, even if Israel stopped practicing Apartheid, without true decolonization and the right of return, the Palestinian struggle for liberation would be incomplete,” it says.
Hamas has funded & pushed propaganda within the U.S. to gain support for their attacks on Israel.
Groups like BLM have helped them.
That’s why @CPAC sent a letter to every Attorney General urging them to review BLM affiliated groups & their activity to uncover any terrors… pic.twitter.com/KuEBA6dkIC
— Mercedes Schlapp (@mercedesschlapp) October 20, 2023
The site is in line with other Black Lives Matter commentary on Israel’s response to the terrorist attack.
In an Instagram post, BLM leader Melina Abdullah called Israel’s response “a blatant attempt to collectively punish the Palestinian people for exercising their right to resist their oppressors as they march toward liberation.”
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Black Lives Matter and Hamas-supporting groups are linked by an “oppressed-oppressor narrative that helps them destroy society,” the Heritage Foundation’s Mike Gonzalez said, according to The Washington Free Beacon.
“They see Israel as a kind of mini-me of the West and America. They hate the West. Jerusalem is one of the founding blocks of Western thought, so if they’re going to hate the West they have to hate Israel,” Gonzalez said.
A news release last year from Parents Defending Education said BLM at School was used by 12 school districts across the nation.
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What potential impact could Abdullah’s post with a Palestinian flag and anti-Israeli caption have on children in classrooms?
Abdullah posted an image of a Palestinian flag with the caption, “Free Palestine. End Israeli Occupation Now!”
These recent actions and statements from BLM at School have sparked concern among many who fear the influence of this curriculum on impressionable children in classrooms. The endorsement of a curriculum that promotes a biased and one-sided view of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict raises questions about the objectivity and accuracy of the education children will receive.
The Black Lives Matter movement has undoubtedly played an important role in raising awareness about systemic racism and advocating for social justice. However, it is crucial to separate the legitimate goals of the movement from the potential biases and misinformation that may be present in affiliated curricula.
By teaching children that Israel is the evil force in the Middle East, BLM at School is oversimplifying a complex and nuanced geopolitical conflict. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one that has deep historical, cultural, and religious roots, and reducing it to a binary narrative of good versus evil is both misleading and harmful.
Furthermore, the assertion that Israeli settler colonialism and occupation are the sole causes of the ongoing conflict disregards the complex history and multiple actors involved. It fails to acknowledge the actions and motivations of Palestinian militant groups such as Hamas, which has been recognized by several countries, including the United States, as a terrorist organization.
It is also important to note that the teaching of controversial political issues in classrooms should be handled with care. While it is essential to encourage critical thinking and open discussion, presenting biased and one-sided information as fact can prevent students from developing a well-rounded understanding and forming independent opinions.
Education plays a crucial role in shaping the minds and worldview of future generations. It is therefore imperative that we provide children with accurate and unbiased information, enabling them to critically analyze complex issues and come to their own informed conclusions.
While teaching about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not inherently problematic, it must be done in a fair and balanced manner, presenting multiple perspectives and encouraging open dialogue. Classroom curricula should adhere to scholarly standards and ensure that students are exposed to a diverse range of viewpoints.
The inclusion of a curriculum endorsed by BLM at School, which promotes a singular and politically biased perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, raises concerns about the objectivity and integrity of the education children will receive. It is crucial that educators and parents remain vigilant in examining the content and sources of classroom materials to ensure that children are receiving a comprehensive and unbiased education.
Ultimately, it is our responsibility to equip children with the tools they need to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. This includes fostering critical thinking, encouraging open dialogue, and providing them with accurate and unbiased information. Only through a balanced and nuanced education can we hope to raise informed and empathetic citizens who can contribute positively to society.
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