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Originally Posted by finnbow
I think the Palestinians (at least those in the West Bank under Fatah) no longer feel this way and accept the reality of Israel (Abbas has formally recognized Israel's right to exist and eschews violence). The ongoing mess in Gaza seems likely to threaten the prevailing moderate POV in the West Bank though (an argument can be made that this was indeed the objective of the current violence in Gaza).
The whole situation there breaks my heart. For the most part, both Israelis and Palestinians want what everyone else in the world wants - a better life for themselves and their kids. However, leadership on both sides seem to derive their power on maintaining an adversarial and uncompromising relationship with the other.
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Great post Finn on your thoughts on Israel. I would add that the annual aid to Israel can no longer be justified, they simply don't need it.
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The issue today is the same as it has been throughout all history, whether man shall be allowed to govern himself or be ruled by a small elite. Thomas Jefferson
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