The Battle for Memory: Hamas's Plan to Erase the October 7 Massacre | Dan Perry

Dan Perry argues that Hamas is waging a campaign to erase the memory of the October 7 massacre, exploiting the destruction in Gaza and Israel's deteriorating image. He cites an interview with a Hamas official who denied the massacre, and criticizes the Israeli government for not acting to preserve the memory. Perry calls for a state commission of inquiry and educational programs.

In an opinion column, Dan Perry argues that Hamas is waging a campaign to erase the memory of the October 7 massacre, exploiting the destruction in Gaza and Israel's deteriorating international image. He cites an interview with senior Hamas official Ghazi Hamad with Piers Morgan, in which Hamad denied the massacre and called for reconsidering Israel's existence. Perry criticizes the Israeli government, especially Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who he says is prolonging the war to preserve the coalition and avoid a state commission of inquiry. He notes a poll showing about 60% of Americans hold a negative view of Israel. Perry calls on a new government to establish a state commission of inquiry, a national archive, and educational programs to preserve the memory of the massacre. The column emphasizes the strategic importance of preserving historical memory.