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‘From the river to the sea’ chant sparks free-speech debate after Calgary protester charged
(www.theglobeandmail.com)
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One thing that the automatic summary missed is this important paragraph:
So both sides of the conflict have used the phrase as a way to dismiss the claims of the other, although it's origin is as a Palestinian slogan. According to this Wikipedia page, there have historically been multiple interpretations of exactly what is meant when using that phrase and those variations continue. In fact, as of this writing, neutrality of this article is disputed with the relevant talk page raising what could be conflicting concerns, most notably the issue of whether we take the meaning from the users' claims or from those holding opposing views.
This is like the "let kids be kids" phrase thats being bandied about now. It's like they purposely choose a vague phrase that can be used by either side.
I think that's a good point. Just off the top of my head, it strikes me that many political and activist slogans are like that. Maybe it's because short and pithy are antithetical to clarity or exclusivity.