Gaza Finds Trauma Relief: Sports, Not Ceasefires
Yes, children in Gaza are playing volleyball. A touching scene, given the ongoing devastation. What the framing often omits is that this trauma isn't a natural disaster; it's a direct consequence of policies and blockades. While children play on rubble-strewn streets, the US continues to funnel billions in aid to Israel, with Rep. Smith, who took $450K from AIPAC in 2023, voting 'yes' on HR 815,
providing military aid. One might wonder why the focus is on coping mechanisms rather than stopping the trauma-inducing actions. It’s almost as if 'resilience' is preferred over 'rights,' allowing the architects of suffering to continue while the world applauds the victims' ability to endure. How many years must trauma be 'coped with' before its cause is addressed?