The 'Gush' Phenomenon: A Complex Political and Social Bloc
Translated & summarized from Makor Rishon by baba
The article analyzes the "Gush" (bloc) phenomenon, describing a complex mix of ideologies and groups in France and Israel. In France, it points to clashes between left-wing, Islamic, and right-wing elements, with violence and destruction. In Israel, the "Gush-Gush" is depicted as a diverse bloc needing external support to be blocked. The piece includes an "Anthem for the Gush" with lyrics by Yair Golan.
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- The "Gush" phenomenon in France involves a blend of Druze, right-wing, left-wing, and Islamic elements leading to street clashes.
- Violence in French cities like Paris and Marseille includes Palestinian flags and destruction of Jewish property.
- The Israeli "Gush-Gush" is described as a diverse bloc from Palestinian and Islamic to right-wing elements.
- The article suggests a need for external votes to counter the "Gush-Gush" bloc in Israel.
- An "Anthem for the Gush" with lyrics by Yair Golan is presented at the end of the article.
The article discusses the complex and often contradictory nature of the "Gush" (bloc) phenomenon, particularly in France and Israel. In France, it describes a situation where a student learning French might encounter a blend of "Druze - right and justice" and "left" ideologies, encapsulated by the term "Gush." Visitors to France this month might witness street clashes involving symbols like the hammer and sickle alongside a dagger and crescent moon, representing an "Islam Islamized on the back of Gush." The author questions why non-Jews are concerned and why cities like Paris and Marseille are experiencing violence, with Palestinian flags being raised. The article suggests a fusion of "left that has become Islamized and Islam that has become left-wing," leading to destruction and violence, with justifications like "education" for attacks on Jewish property and synagogues.
In Israel, the "Gush-Gush" is presented as accessible, comprising a spectrum from Palestinian and Islamic elements to a right-wing calling for rain. This diverse bloc is described as "mixed and integrated," with "Gush 44" (likely referring to a specific bloc or group) having a "burning, blocking heritage." The article notes that while the "tails are tempting," the "axis is French-left-Islam," with or without official symbols, signaling intentions to "get rid of and trample." Facing this "Gush-Gush," every vote from the right or outside is needed for a "blocking mission."
The article concludes with a section on music, presenting an "Anthem for the Gush" with lyrics by Yair Golan and music by Ludwig van Beethoven, featuring repetitive, percussive sounds.