Lufthansa's Holocaust Role: A Convenient History Lesson for Today's Profiteers
Deutsche Welle's deep dive into Lufthansa's role during the Holocaust is certainly a revelation for those who believe corporations operate solely on moral principles. The piece details how big German businesses profited from — and facilitated — unimaginable atrocities. It's a critical examination of historical truth, reminding us that commerce often trumps conscience. Yet, one might wonder why the
mainstream media rarely connects these historical dots to today's landscape. The comfortable distance of 80 years allows for moralizing. What about the corporations, including defense contractors, currently profiting from the ongoing Gaza assault— an assault the International Court of Justice has found 'plausible' genocide? Where are the DW exposés on Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, or General
Dynamics, their stock prices soaring as bombs rain down, financed by US taxpayer dollars?