Prof Raphael Cohen-Almagor, Professor of Political Science
- Raphael is a professor of political science.
- He’s co-founder of The Second Generation to the Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance. He’s also the founder and director of the Center of Democratic Studies at the University of Haifa.
Podcast
Overview
A profound conversation with Professor Raphael Cohen-Almagor on how Holocaust memory shaped his life’s mission: defending human rights, challenging occupation, building bridges, and proposing realistic pathways toward Israeli-Palestinian peace. A powerful exploration of ethics, leadership and moral courage.
00:39- About Prof Raphael Cohen-Almagor
- Raphael is a professor of political science.
- He’s co-founder of The Second Generation to the Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance. He’s also the founder and director of the Center of Democratic Studies at the University of Haifa.
15:54- What blocks trust between Israelis and Palestinians?
- Deep history of violence, trauma, hatred, and recent massacres create intense resentment and make trust extremely hard.
- The conflict is highly asymmetric, with Israel far stronger militarily and economically, creating fear, imbalance, and mistrust.
- Palestinians feel inferior and denied sovereignty, while Israelis often fail to show the sensitivity needed in such an unequal relationship, widening the trust gap.
21:03- How do timing and public opinion shape peace opportunities?
- Peace opportunities open only when both Israeli and Palestinian leaders are willing to compromise and act without delay.
- Waiting for a “better moment” risks losing the window, making timing crucial for negotiations.
- Public trust and support are essential, because even a signed deal collapses without people backing its implementation against spoilers.
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Profile
- Raphael is a professor of political science.
- He’s co-founder of The Second Generation to the Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance. He’s also the founder and director of the Center of Democratic Studies at the University of Haifa.
