Who Murdered Yitzhak Rabin? - by Barry Chamish
Diane Morgan, Editor - Reviewer
Being a non-Jewish American, I accepted the assassination of Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin as another tragic loss with the potential of stalling the Mideast Peace Process and there it ended.
Then Barry Chamish submitted his book to us to review. The topic intrigued me so much I decided to review it myself instead of having someone from my staff review it.
I was totally unaware that there was or had been any controversy surrounding the assassination. What I found was a book full of hard facts and circumstances, more than enough to cast doubt on the "published facts" of the assassination.
What astounded me even more was the Israeli justice system. Until I read Chamish's book, I was completely unaware of the judicial proceedings in Israel. I guess I naively (how American) assumed their judicial system operated similarly to the American justice system.
Amazed, shocked and intrigued I couldn't stop reading this book. Barry takes the reader through the whole plot from beginning to end, enabling those like myself to come away with a clear understanding of the Israeli government, factions, and governmental system. Anyone who has a clearer understanding of Israel will thoroughly appreciate his hard work along with that of some of his contemporaries.
I applaud his courage as well as those other brave souls who, in spite of the deadly consequences helped to uncover the information put forth in the book. If Barry goal was to make the readers question the "facts" surrounding the assassination, he succeeded. If he meant to interest others enough to encourage active discussion on the subject, he succeeded. If he meant to put those responsible for the cover up on the hot seat and encourage the re-opening of the investigation - he would have succeeded in the American Judicial System, whether or not Israel will be moved to take action is another matter entirely. If they don't I hope he keeps up the fight for justice.
I would encourage all readers interested in current affairs to read this book, as well as those of us who are so often disillusioned with our own system of justice and its inequalities, it will certainly alter many readers perceptions.
In light of the activities in Israel and Palestine, this is a timely book. Thanks to all who fought to bring this information to light. It is my sincerest hope that justice will prevail as well as peace.
The Last Days of Israel by Barry Chamish
Reviewed by Diane Morgan
He has done it again. Barry has written another provocative book filled with insight and fact, making a strong case against those involved in the murder of Yitzhak Rabin. Not only does he cover the murder, but the events that have taken place since publishing Who Murdered Yitzhak Rabin?
I was completely absorbed by the book, and found myself even in this busy holiday season, unable to put it down. One of the first thoughts that crossed my mind when I received the book was, "How can he still be alive?" His case is so strong and given the many deaths involved in the cover up I wondered for his safety. Indeed he addressed the threat to his own safety and the problems that have occurred with his family.
The book reminded me of things I had long ago forgotten regarding the Council on Foreign Relations and Trilateral Commission. I hadn't really thought about them for so long that when I researched them, I found myself looking at the information with more adult eyes, thus seeing so much more than I had before.
Being objective, I spent a good part of the day involved in the research. There are still many fanatics out there raising issues, especially the religious right, putting that aside, I could see the lines he drew and conclusions.
I encourage all to open their minds and read his books along with some of the others that have brought to light the facts surrounding the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin.
I have invited Barry to add a column to our site and invite you to take a few minutes to read what he has to share with us.
Visit Barry Chamish's website: www.webseers.com/rabin
The Last Days of Israel is available at www.dandelion.com
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