$1.45 Billion Wasted: Jordan's Textbooks Promote Hatred Instead of Peace
Despite receiving a staggering $1.45 billion in U.S. aid annually, Jordan continues to fall short in promoting peaceful coexistence in the region.
A stark report from the NGO IMPACT-SE reveals that Jordanian educational materials are riddled with antisemitic rhetoric and a promotion of jihad, directly undermining U.S. interests and values.
This shocking revelation raises serious questions about our government’s approach to foreign aid.
Why are we sending millions to a country that uses our tax dollars to malign our closest ally, Israel?
Jordan's textbooks portray Jews as deceitful and treacherous, perpetuating age-old stereotypes that have no place in modern education.
One ninth-grade textbook goes so far as to claim, “The Jews share many of the characteristics of the Hypocrites [false believers], chief among which is lying.”
It’s hard to fathom how a nation touting a peace agreement with Israel can justify such hate-filled education.
Additionally, one tenth-grade textbook instructs teachers to educate students on the supposed natural qualities of Jews, characterizing them as inherently dishonest and malicious.
More disturbingly, another lesson advances the idea that Jews are agents of discord among Arab tribes, suggesting that historical conflicts stem from their influence.
This is not just an academic failure but a blatant contradiction to the principles of peace that the U.S. seeks to promote in the Middle East.
After all the investments made through U.S. foreign aid, should we not demand accountability and reform from our so-called allies?
This staggering abdication of responsibility calls into question whether our current administration is truly committed to promoting peace and stability, or if it is merely content to throw money into a moral void.
In an era where national security and international relationships matter more than ever, the need for stringent conditions on foreign aid is clear.
To uphold our values and protect U.S. interests abroad, it is imperative that the foreign aid we provide, especially substantial sums like $1.45 billion to Jordan, is strictly contingent upon reforming these toxic educational materials.
If the U.S. is to stand firm for freedom and democracy, we cannot allow our financial support to bolster institutions that purvey hatred and division.
It's time to reassess our strategies and ensure our foreign aid works towards genuine peace, not merely a continuation of historical grievances.
The Trump administration had begun to scrutinize foreign aid more rigorously, and it is crucial to continue pushing for changes that promote true understanding and cooperation.
We owe it to our allies to ensure that our resources are used to foster respect and camaraderie, rather than to fuel animosity and division.
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