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"Palestine, Israel and the U.S. Empire" Book Release

Thursday, 29 October 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

PALESTINE, Israel and the U.S. Empire:
Talk and discussion with author Richard Becker

Thursday, Oct. 29
7:00 pm

1111 Hollins Street
Baltimore MD

The book provides a sharp analysis of the struggles for Palestine—from the division of the Middle East by Western powers and the Zionist settler movement, to the founding of Israel and its role as a watchdog for U.S. interests, to present-day conflicts and the prospects for a just resolution. The narrative is firmly rooted in the politics of Palestinian liberation. Here is a necessary contribution to the heroic efforts of the Palestinian people to achieve justice in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.

Join us for a presentation and discussion that will interest both long-term Palestinian rights activists and those who are new to understanding the issues.


Sponsored by the
Party for Socialism and Liberation
443-378-9528
baltimore@socialismandliberation.org
PSLweb.org

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RICHARD BECKER is a writer and commentator on Middle East affairs. He has visited the Middle East on numerous occasions.

Becker has contributed to book and videos on Iraq and Middle East affairs, and been a featured speaker across the country and around the world.

He is a regular contributor to Liberation newspaper and www.PSLweb.org

“Becker gives us the most sharply focused and penetrating analysis we have of the real dynamics at work in the continuing persecution of the Palestinian people. He calls for international unity among all people to end this tragic injustice. Hear his call and join in the struggle.”

—Ramsey Clark, former U.S. attorney general, former litigation attorney for the Palestine Liberation Organization

"Becker foregrounds what others usually set aside: the integral role of U.S. imperialism, with the Zionist State as an essential partner. His approach connects the Palestinian struggle with a universal perspective, which gives the people dignity and strength.”

—Joel Kovel, author, “Overcoming Zionism”

“A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the Palestinian cause.”

—Samera Sood, executive board, Palestinian American Women’s Association

“Becker's book provides clarity about the injustices that Palestinians have courageously resisted, and why we must end the last vestiges of colonialism in the 21st century.”

—Imam Mahdi Bray, executive director,
Muslim American Society Freedom

Location:
Sweet Tooth Dessert Shop
1111 Hollins Street
Baltimore MD