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Moving Forward Means Letting Go of the Past

Even if alleged past atrocities took place, does that justify calling for the complete destruction of a state?
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Moving Forward Means Letting Go of the Past
Protesters hold placards during a pro Palestine demonstration, in Sydney, Australia, on Dec. 7, 2023. AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi
Gabriël Moens
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The last week has seen a rare bipartisan approach to condemn a phrase that denotes hatred and incites violence.

Gabriël Moens
Gabriël Moens
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Gabriël A. Moens AM is an emeritus professor of law at the University of Queensland, and served as pro vice-chancellor and dean at Murdoch University. In 2003, Moens was awarded the Australian Centenary Medal by the prime minister for services to education. He has taught extensively across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the United States.
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