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    Is a Boycott against Israel Reaching a 'Tipping Point?'

    As Israel expands illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank – a violation of international law and a major obstacle to peace with the Palestinians, some European companies are refusing to do business there. The Palestinians' call for "boycott, divestment and sanctions" may succeed where Intifadas and rocket fire have not.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    As Israel expands illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank – a violation of international law and a major obstacle to peace with the Palestinians, some European companies are refusing to do business there. The Palestinians' call for "boycott, divestment and sanctions" may succeed where Intifadas and rocket fire have not. Prime Minister Netanyahu calls it "immoral and unjust," but Secretary of State Kerry warns it could damage Israel's "relative calm and prosperity." We hear how the boycott has divided Israelis and American Jews. What will it mean for the peace process and the "two-state solution?"

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Benjamin Gottlieb

      Reporter, Fill-in Host

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      Kareem Maddox

      Three-on-three basketball player in the final stages of qualifying for Olympics; former KCRW intern

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      Calev Ben-David

      Bloomberg News

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      Omar Barghouti

      Palestinian human rights activist

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      Bradley Burston

      Ha'aretz

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    The full episode

    2 of 3
    Is a Boycott against Israel Reaching a 'Tipping Point?'
    1. 0:00CVS to Stop Selling Tobacco Products
    2. 7:45Is a Boycott against Israel Reaching a 'Tipping Point?'You’re reading this
    3. 43:15CBO Report Says Obamacare Will Reduce Workforce by 2.3 Million
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