Speaking as one of the people you're tacitly accusing -- had someone said something derogatory towards Palestinians/Arabs I would've been all over that, as well. The idea of safety is not a lack of criticism. It's making sure your criticism can be heard and that people will understand the whys and wherefores of what's going on, and maybe move on from that.

Also, frankly, I will never abid by the assertion that Hamas = Palestians. Ever. The latter are a people in a fucking awful situation, much like Israel is, and are as much the victim as the Israeli people are. Hamas is a terroristic organization that has insinuated itself into a governmental position.

Much like George Bush never represented my interests, I would never believe that Hamas represented all of Palestine's. That's ludicrous, and simplifies an immensely complicated situation.