Palestinian Liberation as a U.S. National Interest
Khalidi suggests re-framing Palestinian liberation as a U.S. national interest. Discuss this query with your small group: What national interests might the U.S. have in supporting Palestinian liberation, especially among the following categories?
- Moral — living up to our supposed American values
- Legal — avoiding domestic and international legal liability
- Economic — increasing trade; decreasing economic risk; and re-allocating budgets
- National Security — reducing the threats posed by armed groups to U.S. residents’ safety and well-being
- Domestic Political — garnering support of a large base of voters in U.S. elections
- Foreign Relations — promoting good relations with other countries; resolving conflicts
- Immigration — reducing irregular migration flows; resettling refugees safely