‘The Onion’ Stands With Israel Because It Seems Like You Get In Less Trouble For That - eviltoast
The past week has shown humanity at its worst: A horrific terrorist attack left at least 1,300 Israelis dead, among them peace activists and even innocent children. The fates of many more kidnapped civilians still lie in the balance. Meanwhile, statements from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggest retaliation…
  • Umbrias@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    In moments of turmoil such as this, some believe it is the responsibility of a newspaper of record like The Onion to delve fully into the nuances of a complex and multifaceted conflict that stretches back not just decades but centuries. These people are wrong.

    There’s the thesis. Pretty plainly stating, to translate the satire, that news should be taking a nuanced approach which recognizes no easy answers.

    It’s not saying Israel is wrong alone, it’s saying that’s just the easy hand wave call for violence that is mainstream.

    Notably it’s also not saying Palestinians and more pressingly hamas are right.

    So no, the onion article is not doing what I think is wrong.