In his new book of essays, The Message, Ta-Nehisi Coates explores his experiences in Israel and the West Bank, critiquing media portrayals of Palestinian life.
Coates expresses a profound sense of betrayal, stating, 'I felt lied to by my craft. I felt lied to by major media organizations,' highlighting his disillusionment.
His essay presents a stark view of Palestinian life under Israeli rule, yet omits key elements such as Hamas, the October 7 events, and peace negotiations.
During his conversation with Ezra Klein, Coates reflects on what shaped his narrative choices and the complexities of representing such fraught geopolitical issues.
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