Canadians recognize what their leaders won’t: Israel practices apartheid

New polling shows that Canada's political leaders ignore Israel's ongoing oppression of Palestinians at their own peril.

Israel President Benjamin Netanyahu pictured on a state visit to Canada in 2012. There are more elements—apart from simply holding elections—which are necessary for a society to be considered democratic, including respect for human rights, political tolerance, and respect for the rule of law, among others, writes Thomas Woodley.The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

Opinion

BY THOMAS WOODLEY

September 6, 2023

A recent public opinion survey demonstrates that many Canadians accept what most politicians deny: Israel is an apartheid state.

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