If the war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu shows up at Auschwitz for the eightieth-anniversary commemoration where—to paraphrase Ilhan Omar, “Some people did something”—the Polish government may have him arrested for “war crimes.” This would be a foolish mistake. Simply invite Bibi for the ceremony but do not arrest him. Just detain him “for his own safety.” Built by Germans and proudly maintained by Poles, the Auschwitz facility is tailor-made for detention.
If the dastardly Netanyahu arrives by train, just whisk him along to his “final destination.” Problem solved! Quell any alarm or concerns by showing him the infirmary, the herb garden, the puppy kennels, and the children’s playground that captivated the Red Cross so many moons ago. Point out the roomy camp-style huts that once accommodated many of his kind. Netanyahu will feel right at home.
While he settles in, give him a commemorative tattoo—tats are very now. Just imprint the date of his visit on a forearm, for old time’s sake. Nothing ostentatious. As he will be an overnight “guest,” don’t forget to offer him sleepwear, perhaps a chic broad black-and-white pinstripe outfit tailored by Hugo Boss, who designed such striking uniforms for the Germans. And, of course, Auschwitz is such a super facility, the Poles could offer their guest a light repast, perhaps even a shower…
Like those Europeans of old, we could all then feel virtuous and righteous. Just like Germany, Italy, Canada, Ireland, and other nation states who support the International Criminal Court’s anti-Semitic efforts to arrest Israelis in this brave new age of racial tolerance and social justice. I just hope Bibi reads the new redesigned sign over the entrance to Auschwitz: “Woke Macht Frei.” Or something like that. But then, who remembers?
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