A brave and necessary stand

It takes a lot of courage and a great sense of responsibility to go up against your country's political system and the vast majority of citizens to criticize your country in time of war. We note the cowardice of billionaire owners of legendary US newspapers (notably the Washington Post and Los Angeles Times) as they contemplate the wrath of a Trump Restoration. In Greece, we have repeatedly seen how the need to "support our team" determines a "national stance" on foreign affairs. This pertains also to our attitude towards our government and party. Criticism from within is considered treason, as it shakes the confidence of friends and justifies the actions of enemies. 

The publisher of Haaretz knew all this when, a few days ago, he reportedly said at a conference organized by his newspaper in London that the Israeli government is enforcing an "apartheid" regime on...