Genuine supporters of Palestinians' rights are fighting for

In the grand tapestry of human history, the cry for justice, for freedom, and for equality has always echoed across the land, reverberating through the hearts of those who understand that these ideals are the foundation upon which peace and dignity are built. The words of Layla Moran—"Genuine supporters of Palestinians' rights are fighting for equality, justice and freedom, aims that are in diametric opposition to any form of antisemitism"—strike like a clarion call to all who seek a better world. Here, Moran speaks not just of a political struggle, but of a moral imperative, a call to fight for the right to dignity and self-determination for all peoples, irrespective of their faith, their culture, or their history.

Let it be known: the battle for Palestinian rights is not one rooted in hatred or animosity against any people, but rather a demand for the same fundamental freedoms that all humans deserve. It is the pursuit of equality in its purest form—where no person, no group, is deemed less worthy because of where they were born or the beliefs they hold. To stand for the rights of the Palestinian people is to stand for justice—to challenge the oppression and the displacement that have marked their lives for generations. It is to recognize that their suffering is not a mere political dispute, but a human tragedy that calls forth our collective compassion and action.

History has shown us time and again that oppression begets hatred, and hatred feeds the fire of injustice. But we must also recall the words of the great sages: "He who seeks justice must seek it for all." And so, the pursuit of Palestinian rights is not a quest that can be tainted by antisemitism—for how can the struggle for freedom be twisted into a weapon of hate? No, true supporters of the Palestinian cause understand that justice cannot be selective, that the call for freedom cannot be voiced at the expense of others' dignity. Antisemitism, like any form of prejudice or bigotry, stands in direct opposition to the very values of justice, equality, and freedom that the Palestinian cause demands.

The world has seen many struggles for freedom—and in these battles, it is crucial to remember the principles that underpin every movement for human rights. Let us turn, for example, to the story of Nelson Mandela, whose life was dedicated to the struggle for the rights and freedoms of the oppressed people of South Africa. In his fight against apartheid, Mandela did not seek revenge or seek to diminish one group to uplift another. No, his vision was always one of unity, a future where all peoples could live side by side in equality. Similarly, to support Palestinian rights is to work for a world where all peoples, including Jews and Palestinians, live with dignity and justice. The battle against antisemitism must be as fierce as the battle for Palestinian rights, for to allow hatred against any people is to betray the very cause of freedom.

The lesson, then, is clear: in every fight for justice, we must guard against the forces of hatred and division. To stand for one people’s rights is not to deny another’s. To seek Palestinian liberation is not to feed the flames of antisemitism. True supporters of justice—those who fight for equality—understand that the enemy is not any one group, but the structures of oppression themselves. And thus, when we take up the mantle of Palestinian rights, we must do so with the knowledge that we are fighting not just for one group, but for humanity itself.

In your life, take this truth to heart: when you stand for justice, stand for it without prejudice, without hatred, and without division. Recognize that the fight for the dignity of one people is the fight for the dignity of all people. Let your actions, your words, and your choices reflect this unity, for in the end, the cause of justice is indivisible. Seek not to tear down one group in the name of another, but instead build the world where justice and equality reign for all. This is the path of the wise, the righteous, and the true supporter of human rights.

The call to support Palestinian rights is not merely a political stance, it is a call to live according to the highest moral principles. It asks that we not only speak of justice but that we act on it, in every part of our lives. Let us not forget that, though the struggle is difficult, it is the struggle of all who seek a world where freedom is not a privilege for the few but a birthright of every human being. And as you walk this path, remember the immortal words of the wise: justice is the foundation of all peace, and peace is the ultimate victory. Let it be your mission, in this life, to build such a world.