“I voiced concern repeatedly, I was silenced”: ex US diplomat on Gaza | UpFront

Can dissent within the US government have an impact? UpFront talks to a recent State Department resignee, Hala Rharrit.
This week, Israel took hold of the Rafah border crossing in southern Gaza, a move that has stoked fears of further death and devastation in the territory. US President Joe Biden had previously warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that an invasion of Rafah was a “red line”. The Israeli move has come as the death toll in Israel’s war on Gaza continues to mount in a war that has killed more than 34,000 Palestinians.
Meanwhile, the Biden administration faces growing internal dissent against its policies in the Middle East, most recently marked by the resignation of US Department of State Arabic language spokesperson, Hala Rharrit. Rharrit is the first career diplomat to resign publicly, protesting the government’s response to Israel’s war on Gaza.
So what effect is dissent having on US foreign policy? And is the Biden administration at a tipping point in its support of Israel’s war on Gaza?
This week on UpFront, Marc Lamont Hill speaks to Hala Rharrit about dissent within the Biden administration and the government’s foreign policy.

[@petribz400]

It's always about actions not words and right now the US Administration is just disgusting

[@ahhaz8324]

Respect the diplomat!

[@mariyamjinaana8883]

yesss! not a lot of people willing to do this

[@KaiCo-oi3fh]

SO BRAVE! BUT goes to show there are people who don't let a paycheck also buy their souls!

[@RobinHerzig]

🦸‍♀This is what courage looks like ✊ Thank you Hala Rharrit 👏 for your bravery + your principled stance

[@idreessahadat3002]

We are hopeful Hala will be successful in her future endeavours for her courage and faith. I wish you goodness Hala.

[@user-gs5rb6jq3r]

She will get a job at Mc donnals for sure

[@dawnmills6755]

She is absolutely correct!

[@sandrajensen497]

Ms Rharrit makes a great point: politicians should not be allowed to profit from US policy.

[@lionvictor9944]

This ex-diplomat is an angel. She speaks out the veins inside of the Washington, White House and American govt evil policy and devilish actions.

[@danieltheal]

She is great. Too bad we don’t have more people of her character in Congress and the administration.

[@jeanjacquesdessalines1425]

Bravo madame Hala Rharrit !

[@annenunney9907]

Bless this dear lady who gave up her career to support the right side of history

[@KeinKommentar-je8yq]

Palestine will be free...

[@jeffspicolli593]

Palestine is a "region" in the Middle East not a country to be freed.

[@Stevemcqueen808]

Free to leave the land of Israel

[@user-jz9kw1xt9u]

The world 🌎 is getting free

[@alijacobs786]

Keep dreaming ​@@Stevemcqueen808

[@alijacobs786]

@@Stevemcqueen808 like Salahuddin Ayubi said Id rather have my flesh be cut out than give an inch of Palestine to the Jews

[@livondiramerian6999]

War breeds wars, peace breeds peace.

[@sahraluujiyano6]

The world failed Palestinians

[@markhill3858]

Oh? Then why have 2 million fled the country if it's so nice

[@teesolomon]

@@Abraham_lincoln745These European Jews stole land. They are greedy dirty people who invaded the land of the indigenous Palestinians in 1948 and have been stealing more land ever since.

[@theobservationsreal3291]

​@@Abraham_lincoln745 No they just want their land back if they were not having land stolen they would not care at all. The fact is all throughout history people defended the indefensible, people supported and defended Slavery, Jim Crow, Holocaust, Apartheid SA, oppression of Irish and Algerians all these issues had people defending the indefensible and on the wrong the side of history, those type of people are not new.

[@theobservationsreal3291]

​@@markhill3858 What are you talking about fled what country?

[@allic5031]

Hamas and all the previous leaders of Gaza, failed their own people, with their insane Islamic beliefs, treatment of the people, “stealing” the money and any aid from their people!

[@dannyg4227]

Thank you for your voice!

[@twistylox]

Nice. Hala Rharritt's interview with Amy Goodman on Democracy Now is worthy, as well. I highly recommend it!!

[@RobinHerzig]

💯 Saw Hala Rharrit on DN! last week ✊ she's incredibly courageous + principled

[@sumonwazid8123]

Thanks for your Honest concern ❤❤

[@lutherdean6922]

Thanks for sharing this with us the whole world is watching don’t stop now

[@IamAnew]

Every day, I'm more and more humiliated to be an American.

[@Dianeallen-ml5fp]

Then move!

[@Ken-cg2wr]

And everyday, I am ashamed to be Canadian. Zionists control these two neighboring nations. Time to end Zionist domination.

[@roccozampaglione5512]

America has been made to look so weak with an old man with old views

[@djangofett4879]

​@@Dianeallen-ml5fphow about you genocide supporters move. your true loyalty is with Israel so move there.

[@djangofett4879]

​@@user-wq6sz7vt3ware you psychopaths even capable of genuine emotions other than hate and anger?

[@handlewithcare1234]

thank you... You both have served your country admirably with your honesty and moral character.

[@ramatgan1]

Free Palestine 🍉

[@buddadavid480]

Free Palestine 🇵🇸 stop the genocide

[@213kak104]

Marc your a great man, thank you for speaking up for the oppressed. 🇵🇸

[@KaiCo-oi3fh]

FINALLY, a black man in media who didn't sellout! Keep up the good work @ AL JAZEERA!

[@24434adem]

Now u can sleep without any regrets. Respect and good luck for your future. History, always remember humanity!

[@BinuIJK]

Will you pay for her expenses?

[@maryrobby7134]

Great guest

[@moosapatel5880]

Thanks for ur honest opinion

[@roboldx9171]

Respect Madam.

[@Jose-hs4vk]

The child orphans who lost their families in Gaza when they become adults they will attack Israel. That is why a military solution is not the answer, only a political solution is. Give Palestinians equal rights and you will see long lasting peace.

[@the__source]

I deeply disturbed by the US genocide

[@muhamudabdille743]

So many people with good heart for humanity are out there like this beautiful lady

[@jacklam9843]

Salut chapeau bas à Hala Rharrit!

[@marytouafek6]

we are many more like Hala.

[@ppmangoenkarso4771]

Blind to see and deaf to hear!

[@mangunipencintadamai]

There are factions in the United States, especially neocons, who still have not adapted to the new emerging reality of international affairs. They think that Israel and the United States can still just rely on violence to dictate how things are going to be. They've changed the dynamics only by making them worse for Israel and worse for America. Everything they do these days just isolates them further.

[@jeffspicolli593]

LOL. What a load of $yte. The only thing thathas changed is the worlds acceptance of the violence of your lads.

[@OnionsUnderSonyasEyes]

And they are willing to use violence against American citizens to continue this unpopular policy. America is making the slow March towards Facism, led by both Republicans and Democrats.

[@carolinespigelski8888]

Brava Hala Rharrit 👏

[@sunlightpictures8367]

Marc asks some good questions.

[@carloslanderostj]

We need to take the money out of politics that is that simple ....

[@BradloRaul]

Both parties take money for influence- but the Democrats in Congress have repeatedly voted for stronger campaign finance regulations- only to have them thrown out by Republican appointed judges. Long term solution seems to be keep voting Blue in hopes of a less pro-big money judiciary someday.

[@carloslanderostj]

@@BradloRaul like I said we need to take the money out of politics it doesn't matter which party I know both parties take money from lobbyist or companies and that s*** needs to stop otherwise they're just in it for the money and not through we the people

[@KaiCo-oi3fh]

AMEN! & JAIL ANY ELECTED OFFICIAL IF THEY LIE,WITHHOLD INFO OR MISLEAD THE AMERICAN PEOPLE!

[@user-ln9ft3qp1v]

Novara media and owen jones have been covering these issues in detail.

[@KaiCo-oi3fh]

I LOVE THEM, BOTH SO WELL INFORMED!

[@dr.victorvs]

Extremely concerning stuff.

[@KaiCo-oi3fh]

LMAO Are you a states department spokeman!

[@satnamo]

She is a voice of conscience in the heartless and merciless system that keeps grinding people down 🇵🇸

[@naaaziz]

A woman with a conscience... Respect

[@menudobucket9837]

Mama always said that actions speak louder than words. One would think that government leaders are at least as smart as mama.

[@DoubleFool-xt4su]

The truth always matters for good of all humans.

[@massford2767]

Brave, moral woman.

[@nadiawheeler4772]

❤Thank You both

[@YaseenKhan-ev6py]

My heartiest tribute to u angelic lady.......heart u queen

[@karlad4082]

Humans know when something isn’t right, and your entire body rejects it. This is what’s happening to all people resigning and protesting on the streets. The US can not longer call itself a humanitarian country. That ship already sailed .

[@drjohnray]

Thoughtful insights on a horrible situation with saints and criminals on both sides. Thank you for reporting. Thank you both for your service!

[@xifoscarbonex4653]

Much Love ❤

[@kabuljankabul3357]

The only savation for the humanity is the youth!

[@michaelbogue617]

A courageous woman who is to be applauded. However it’s a complete shame that this circus simply rolls on without her.

[@janmarielundquist8837]

This is absolutely heartbreaking. These poor children scarred for life

[@richardstevens9291]

Good for her. She is a heroine and faced with appalling attitudes on the part of US politicians.

[@Iqbal-ln2ii]

How can the world watch Israel's offensive against Gaza when everyone is only condemning, why no action even if needed by force by the world leaders is taken immediately to stop the genocide

[@jnc1771]

Because to interfere would require military action at this point. How do you think that would go over? Whether it came from the u.s. or u.k or e.u or u.n. It would all be stated as antisemitic however stupid that word is ( Semitic includes all Arabic languages), at most the complicit states will refuse any military aid. But it appears Israeli influence is quite great at present from recent political action by u.s. , u.k. ,Germany, etc..

[@raerae3703]

She’s a human being✌🏽

[@vaclavkubicek2970]

Thank you Hala ❤️

[@yaminasaley3289]

💯 %true talk 👍👍👍

[@luckythomas-hi2tu]

And!!! Over 70,000[ injured!!!!]

[@asmaabdulhameed3128]

“Ask not what America can do for you, but ask what you can do for Israel”

[@Pablo-tz3fu]

Bravo for the huge steel balls to point the obvious out. Especially when whistle-blowers mysteriously disappear. Stay safe.

[@athomeinmyhead]

Frankly NO ONE should be legally allowed to profit from war (not just "politicians"). Incentivizing war to any group of people is a messed up thing.

[@KaiCo-oi3fh]

WORD! BANNED & bARRED FROM THE REST OF US!

[@ovtheabyss84]

I work for the USDA and even I have contemplated leaving this job. On Jewish Heritage month we got a usda email that referenced Israeli websites and ADL website. I feel sick.

[@marym22]

We need her inside our Administration so we are not complicit. She speaks for the majority. Thank you!

[@simonbilling2796]

Free Palestine 🇯🇴 🇯🇴 🇯🇴 Biden wake up

[@harrysingh3814]

Sleepy genocide Joe will never wake up to ISRAEL Nitwit -yahoo. He's creating more hamas in future. America top commodity is arms sales $$$

[@azizdridah9467]

Still thank you for speaking up for justice!

[@vitorlopes2064]

Brave woman

[@raziablanchard2711]

Good on her for speaking out

[@valeriewedel2775]

❤when we elect Jill Stein President in 2024, you should serve in her administration!

[@pamelahays-lx1to]

God Bless You Hala! Many Americans, stand in solidarity with You, in taking an ethical & moral stand for Human Rights! Your leaving, is a loss for American Diplomacy, but a gain for the cause against Apartheid & Genocide against Palestinians. Hold Your head up & walk in confidence in making the righteous choice for Justice! ----------- Psalms 27 & 91.

[@Johnconno]

Everybody talks eventually. For some reason this man was silenced.

[@user-fh1po4tn1l]

Stricter laws on lobbyists and term limits are needed

[@dixztube]

Man she is fine. And a smart good person .. of course we’d loose her in government

[@besmaadawi8402]

I hate that she has to leave to make a point I wish she could have stayed and made a difference

[@okashgagaale3650]

Such a shame on the world

[@sternwho3932]

Why = AIPAC

[@nawazishkhan2080]

Salute to this lady

[@nidodson]

With he would have asked: What are the best ways for the people to get thr government to change course, other than voting, obviously.

[@jamesmurphy9426]

Endless Revolts and Sabotage

[@ianmaidment2258]

If they don't see it, it's not happening.

[@ResetToZero3210]

Lies and lies…believe nothing from this administration. Nothing!

[@lbrown7164]

The problem is at the top

[@kirstymiller9332]

Great interview Mark. Thank you Free Palestine ✌️

[@pule89ful]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@rubina1868]

People should read senator George Rizk’s memoir” if they only knew”.. 50 years ago

[@buscandolaverdad4117]

great account of the perverse uses of power by politicians to obtain what they want, even if it is against the interests of their country.

[@prohabetamu]

Jews are so powerful they wrote us foreign policy, lol

[@user-fv5ct7yc1w]

Wow I never knew that the IDF warns civilians before they bomb them, and hammas actually doesn’t evacuate with the civilians, because they were all… warned. That might be the dumbest argument I’ve heard thus far.

[@xaajigaXaajiga]

Hostage bac😂😂 they not see 35,000 is died shame on you

[@sajuponnore9863]

Now we know why he is 'ex'..

[@AimHigh1]

Truth always hurts. She clearly mentioned decision come from top to down. We all know what she meant by that.

[@keithm257]

Marc wants his AIPAC answer and she won't go there - possibly doesn't know

[@philb.1502]

Exactly. Mark knows why the American policy towards Israel is the way it is.

[@shumoon1]

It's not an apples-to-apples comparison of having an entry for the Palestinian people versus an entry for the state of Israel. That isn't how Eurovision works. There are no entries for the Basque or Waloon peoples. And, no, Hamas isn't automatically the representative of the Palestinians. The host clearly forgot about the Palestinian Authority.

[@AB-tg5mx]

Dogma is the tyranny of conformity

[@happykitten5695]

"i" have been expressing "my" concerns for what seems like "my" entire "life". "nobody" seems to care about anything but "their" "own" wants and or desires until things start to affect "them" directly in a harmful or "undesired" way and even then "they" just want to get "mad" about it instead of understanding the negative cycles and stopping them "they" continue them in this way. "i" can't get "others" to stay "positive" and choose LOVE. GOD is LOVE. Everything is ONE Energy. Positive and negative. cause and effect. Please stay positive and choose LOVE. 🙏🕊❤‍🔥

[@Ronmt52]

And Lebanon war haven't started yet

[@jesusaaj]

We keep watching these spokesppl talk with the oir jaws on the floor because i cant believe what we have been hearing from govt officials and defenders of isr. Its like watching a car crash in slow motion and the driver just walking off the accident lioe nothing happened and they kust leave the car there in the pile up of other cars involved in the crash, its unbelievable.

[@EyitayoAliyu-sj1nh]

Free. 🇵🇸

[@adrianacanavati8212]

Woww

[@user-in3yq9fx8z]

“The chain reaction of evil - wars producing more wars - must be broken, or we shall be plunged into the dark abyss of annihilation." Dr Martin Luther King Jr

[@ChefbyMistake]

If she spoke about Qatari Royal Family then she was matter of Past.

[@moss830]

How does Israel have so much power, its crazy

[@BradloRaul]

Part of it is because of lobby groups like AIPAC. Part of it is because our arms industry makes a lot of money from our foreign policy.

[@dirt8589]

art/ doublespeak, stop big brother