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If anything the opposite. There is a double meaning in my words. The stereotypical Israeli has strong opinions on almost everything. Freedom of thought goes hand in hand with freedom of the press and a general love of freedom. Otoh they feel that the international media is strongly biased against them and don't fairly report on the palestinian conflict. For example take a look at the resolutions passed by the UN Human Rights council. It's hard to come to any other conclusion other then it's been weaponised against israel.

Also bear in mind Israel crippling vulnerability to organised terror whose leaders cruelty know no limits and view every jew as a legitimate target. Especially in a freedom loving society this is intolerable so every step is considered in fighting this menace.




Russians also have strong opinions - doesn't automatically make it a democratic or liberal country.




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