Picture this: social media explodes with 'I Stand with Israel' after October 7th, but one Jewish voice cuts through—urging folks to crack open Palestinian books and question the headlines. That's how Genocide Bad was born. Written by Kern, a former teacher, journalist, and viral activist, this paperback packs activist memoir vibes with a crash course in history that doesn't pull punches.
Western reporting often skips the full picture: biblical 'promises' linking to today's exploding pagers, medieval laws echoing apartheid walls. It's imperialism's long shadow, and most of us get fragments at best. Kern faced hate, exile from their community, death threats—yet kept posting daily on colonial histories while pregnant, birthing, and parenting. That's commitment you feel in every page.
Ten unapologetic pieces connect dots from ancient texts to modern Gaza. Expect pop-culture nods, scathing wit, and research that hits hard. It's not dry academia; it's like chatting with a friend who's obsessed with truth. Kern raised over $500,000 in direct aid for Gaza families—real impact backing the words.
Beyond exposing horrors of genocides past and present, there's raw hope here. Courage in resistance, paths to collective liberation—it's the kind of read that shifts how you see news cycles. Imagine discussing this over coffee, finally grasping why pager explosions aren't just 'tech fails.' Or gifting it to someone ready to rethink loyalties.
At around 300 pages (perfect for commutes or evenings), it's accessible yet profound. A New York Times bestseller and Publishers Weekly pick for 2025—proof it's resonating. If you're searching for honest Israel-Palestine takes, Jewish voices against Zionism, or books on liberation struggles, this delivers without the fluff. Dive in, learn, and maybe find your own spark for change.
