The Glenn Show TGS Live: How Far Have Arab Citizens of Israel Come?
Apr 3, 2026
Robert Cherry, an emeritus labor economist who studies discrimination and Arab citizens of Israel, joins to unpack modern realities. They debate UNRWA’s role and political purpose. They discuss how Arab states’ choices shaped refugee integration. Short, sharp conversations about policy, history, and contested responsibilities.
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UN Responsibility For Partition Consequences
- The UN bore responsibility for Palestinian refugees after partition and the creation of Israel.
- Glenn Loury argues the UN oversaw partition consequences, making refugee plight fall within its responsibility and orbit of concern.
UNRWA Preserves Right Of Return
- UNRWA's role extends beyond relief to political preservation of the right of return.
- Robert Cherry contends UNRWA functions to keep the right of return alive and reflects political choices rather than mere humanitarianism.
Host States Chose Not To Integrate Refugees
- Arab refugees' non-integration in host states results from political decisions by those countries.
- Robert Cherry points to Lebanon and Jordan choosing not to integrate refugees, framing their status as a deliberate policy choice.
