The article describes a medical student's experience in the U.S. amid the backdrop of escalating violence in Gaza and Lebanon. The author reflects on their time in Amman, where they witnessed the impact of conflict on friends and family, contrasting it with the repressive atmosphere in U.S. academic spaces. The student recounts encounters with former IDF soldiers and highlights the chilling effect of political discourse surrounding the term "intifada." The juxtaposition of war and a nuanced language debate underscores the disorienting reality of global politics.
"I was living in Amman, where I had lived for five consecutive years while completing my PhD work. In August 2024, I returned to the US to finish my rotations as an MD/PhD student."
"I first became aware of the repression taking place in the US when someone sent me a link to a livestream of the December 2023 anti-semitism hearings while I was on my way to dinner with a friend."
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