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Guy Grossman

Guy Grossman is a doctoral student in the political-science department at Columbia University, New York. He is one of the founding members of the Israeli soldiers' organisation, Courage to Refuse.

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Israel's Gaza assault: the real motives

Israel's destruction of Palestinian infrastructure in Gaza has more to do with its strategic objectives than with concern for one kidnapped soldier, says Guy Grossman.

Deciding to refuse

Israel’s occupation of the West Bank and Gaza presents acute moral dilemmas to many of its citizens. Some, like Guy Grossman, respond with ‘selective refusal’: a willingness to serve in the military but not in the occupied territories. Here, he explains the soul-searching and the political understanding that informs his decision.