Being Queer and Palestinian means living with so many different contradictions. But I for sure do not need foreign and especially Israeli media to lead the discourse about being Queer in Palestine
Fun Fact in 2007 my Mom & Dad were part of the Palestinian Eurovision initiative to try to get Palestinian into the contest! I sampled their voices in the 'Wild West' music video.
Israel claims that it is a feminist and queer friendly country. However, it is attacking Palestinian women and queers who are in Gaza, Jerusalem, 1948 Palestine, and the West Bank. Oppression does not discriminate.
"The Palestinian struggle is a feminist and queer issue"
Our editor
@baweraunnehir
spoke to Palestinian queer pop artist Bashar Murad (
@Bashar__Murad
)
[THREAD] Pinkwashing is a smokescreen, diverting attention from the harsh realities of the Israeli occupation. LGBTQI+ rights shouldn't be used as an excuse for the oppression of Palestinians.
#NoPinkwashing
#GazaUnderAttack
We won't allow the occupation to weaponize our sexualities against us. Pride month is our opportunity to remind the world that the fight for the liberation of Palestine is intersectional: It is a feminist issue, a queer issue, and a racial justice issue.
@itseuropaz
Baby, I'm in Palestinian territories all the time including East Jerusalem, Ramallah, Hebron, Bethlehem... Get off your high horse and stop spreading ignorance you pinkwasher.
Writing the Arabic version for this iconic song resonated with me not only as a Palestinian but also as a human yearning for a fulfilling life. It transported me back to childhood, where I simply wanted to sing, dance, and be happy, unencumbered by labels.
“STONE” the song I’m releasing at midnight samples the most iconic track from the most iconic Palestinian band from the 80s, SABREEN. The group was founded by my dad, Said Murad.
Good morning. Although they've been a tough couple of days, seeing all the love and support warms my heart, and reminds me that this is just a part of our journey.
I'm disgusted by this. They fail to mention that we are queer Palestinians leading a movement. They just use our community to make Palestinians look bad.