In July 2017, 43 U.S. Senators proposed a law that would make it a crime for Americans to support the international boycott against Israel. The bill would levy large fines and prison time for businesses and individuals who don’t buy from Israeli companies operating in occupied Palestinian territories, and who make statements, including social media posts, saying that they are doing so in order to boycott. The international boycott of Israel was launched in 2006 by Palestinian NGO’s to protest Israel’s “occupation and colonization of Arab lands.” Supporting the…
Read more21% Yes |
79% No |
19% Yes |
63% No |
2% Yes, boycotts against Israel harm one of our most important allies in the Middle East |
15% No, this is a violation of free speech |
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Unique answers from Canada users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@8PMTDYN3yrs3Y
Freedom of speech. If a company or ngo boycotts Israel I will boycott that company or ngo.
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@8PKQHNC3yrs3Y
"boycotting" is another way to influence popular thought. it should only be done when its absolutely necessary.
@8NWTXHS3yrs3Y
No, personal boycotts are free speech; demanding government support for a boycott is unacceptable.
@8LG95RH3yrs3Y
No, even though I support the existence of Israel, freedom of speech is more important than any international ties.
@8KLCJ9T3yrs3Y
No, so long as you are not encouraging/inciting violence or promoting hate speech against Israelis or Jews, it should not be illegal.
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