Gordon: “Done in a courageous fashion, as Israelis seem to have the capacity to do”
Gordon visited the exhibit as a non-Jew amidst a larger crowd of Jewish attendees. What is most interesting about his reaction is his positive impressions of these soldiers for exposing the reality of the occupation. Contrary to what many Jews believe about admitting to the reality of the occupation — the fear that Israelis will be perceived as innate cruel occupiers and thus tarnish Israel’s reputation abroad — has contributed to his understanding of a dynamic, democratic Israel.
That being said, the mission of Breaking the Silence is not to bolster Israel’s public image. These soldiers demand that Israel and Israel’s supporters (America and American Jews in particular) be accountable to a reality that harms Israel, Israeli soldiers, and Palestinians as well. Being accountable does not mean “giving a rosy impression” of the Jewish State. Being accountable means future decisions acknowledge ugly truths about occupation.
Here is Gordon’s testimony:
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