[Perdogg]

Consequently, Condoleezza's benchmarks for the Palestinians were never attainable

That is correct, finally someone who understands this. This two state approach was never going to produce a Palestinian state. And Everyone knew this. It was illusionary to take heat off of the Israelis.

[vetsvette]

“Part of the reason is that the various protagonists live each in a mental framework that ignores fundamental facts.”

I think that all recognize that the only thing Arab Muslims like better than killing each other is killing Jews. The problem isn’t recognition of this reality, it’s that voicing, let alone acting, on this reality is politically incorrect and therefore unacceptable in today’s world. Better just to repeat the mantra that Islam is a “religion of peace” and bury the bodies.

[Alouette]

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[A_perfect_lady]

Take away resentment of Jewish success and nothing remains to unite the Palestinians. They fall back into old patterns of inter-village and inter-clan rivalries, exacerbated by religious fanaticism.

Boy, is this a gleaming gem of truth.

[Mr. Mojo]

the Hamas victory in Gaza has left the "international community" flummoxed. Once again, the inevitable arrived to everyone's surprise.

It shouldn't. But the Left lives under the delusion the typical Palestinian is just an average Ahmed who wants peace. The facts indicate otherwise:

65% of Palestinians Applaud Terror Attacks on US and Europe

From the article: "A poll carried out in the Palestinian Authority shows 65% support for Al Qaeda terror attacks on the United States and European countries - the biggest donors to the PA."

[RachelFaith]

There are no such people as Palestinians. Those people are mostly Jordanian refugees. We won’t get anywhere speaking in lies and perpetuating them.

[SJackson]

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[SE Mom]

Fascinating piece..

[rogue yam]

Great piece.