I would suggest going to the Library and seeing if they have a Russian language course, or finding one at a book store if you can afford it. I find having an actual structured course helps me in my learning, and it will usually include resources like audio.
Japanese is a language I have on the burner to learn. I have had a full course on it for years but never got around to getting beyond basic greetings.
After I am done learning Greek, I am going to refresh and learn more French, and then Japanese is next because I love Anime and Manga and want to watch/read it as it should be.
That is one of the harder things I have noticed about learning language in general. There is always a clear difference between how a language "should be spoken" and how it actually is in practice with native speakers.
I am not and have never denied the fact that the Israeli Government is full of bad people.
I can pull just as many quotes from the other side of the conflict, and the point would be just as moot.
The rhetoric is extremist and wrong, those speaking it are wrong, and every single person responsible for what is happening should be brought to justice.
The simple fact that under international law a state has a right to territorial integrity and safety from aggressive actions means that a state has a right to exist within their borders under international law.
You are free to elaborate at any time on your point of view.
Zionism is a fascist ideology based upon building an ethno nation states wherein those of other ethnicities are expelled or exterminated.
Why do other ethnic and religious groups exist in modern day Israel if they were all supposed to be expelled or exterminated?
Not arguing against the fact that Israel doesn't have equal rights for everyone. Arguing against the other person assertion that everyone was expelled or exterminated.
It’s interesting you would make this point, since there is no right to for a given state to exist in international law. There’s a right to self determination. But that is not the same thing.
Considering it is International law that grants the states existence in the first place, I would say that is a moot point.
If I agree with their point, again, I don't care if I later find reasons or points to disagree on something different. It will not make me waste my time adjusting upvotes. Common ground is very important.
Thank you for sharing this absolutely hilarious story. Gave me a hearty laugh in the morning. haha
Good luck getting passed it! I know I wouldn't be strong enough. haha