Monthly Archives: May 2010

Lowkey and Hichkas Free Palestine track (part 2)

Posted on May 6, 2010 by iPouya

The more I listen to both Lowkey and Hichkas, the more I like them.  This “Long Live Palestine” track is a remix featuring a variety of MCs who rap in English, Arabic, and Persian (only Hichkas). Remember, rap was revolutionary … Continue reading →

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Israel’s tyranny of the majority is dangerous

Posted on May 4, 2010 by iPouya

Ha’aretz – Excerpt: The only democracy in the Middle East is perhaps unique, but it’s doubtful if it’s the real thing. Results of a poll published in Haaretz yesterday reflect what has been known for a long time: a combination … Continue reading →

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Michigan: Obama Delivers Graduation Speech Before 92,000, Largest Speech Crowd Since Inauguration

Posted on May 1, 2010 by iPouya

Saw this today live (see the video here) ANN ARBOR: In a blunt caution to political friend and foe, President Barack Obama said Saturday that partisan rants and name-calling under the guise of legitimate discourse pose a serious danger to … Continue reading →

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Chomsky Speaks: The Difference between Apartheid in S. Africa and in Palestine

Posted on May 1, 2010 by iPouya

Huffington Post – Excerpt: “The U.S. and Israel have been acting in tandem to extend and deepen the occupation.  In 2005, recognizing that it was pointless to subsidize a few thousand Israeli settlers in Gaza, who were appropriating substantial resources … Continue reading →

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