Yes, but they're well-informed statements. I have read a good deal of philosophy, of multiple schools; I am well-versed in world history, including that of the middle east (and of colonialism and its end); I have decent familiarity with human psychology. At some point, one begins to have a pretty good sense for when one is running into poorly-evidenced propaganda/ideology yet again, and may elect not to subject oneself to it. While still being open to being persuaded that one's initial judgment was wrong--which I was.

This isn't my area of expertise, mind you. This has just seemed like the minimal requirement to be able to have independent considered thoughts on topics like the Israel/Palestinian issue instead of merely parroting the consensus views of whichever tribe I most closely identify with.

If it sounds arrogant to be open that I've done my homework to have a considered opinion, well, I'll take arrogance over gullibility.

I'm happy to be corrected, though. If you know Freire to not align with my characterization, you can say so and, hopefully, provide some example or indication of why you think so.

Regarding failure to question, I don't think your clarification is sufficient (and it's also not entirely consistent with your original statement of unquestioning support).

"Only I know X", "trust me", "you can't understand" are all perspectives that facilitate cult-like mindless devotion, and without constant vocal judging and pushback from people in the group, this very often leads to abuses and atrocities.

It's uncomfortable to be criticized by one's own supporters, but it's like eating your vegetables. It's necessary to stay healthy. You should aspire to keep Palestinian resistance healthy, which involves not just being fuel (which might make things go fast but might also set something precious on fire, or lead to driving fast into a wall), but also helping to steer. Palestinians have prejudices and lack understanding too, in their own ways (as do other Western pro-Palestinian activists). It's part of the human condition, and you more than most of the actual Palestinians have the luxury to try to overcome it to an extent. Regardless, if you don't feel you can call it out when you perceive that prejudice or ignorance is leading other activism and/or resistance astray, then it's an unhealthy position both for you and for them. Diversity is only helpful for achieving better outcomes when there's enough psychological security for everyone to contribute extensively.