Arafat is considered to be a good man by some because he is leading a repressed people. However some of a liberal mind, though certainly not all, believe in those fighting for a repressed people, no matter how they fight for it. Some will gladly toss away one set of ideals for another. As long as there changed view fits the with in the boarders of their beliefs they can ignore suicide bombers and proof that he is atleast indirectly the cause of this blood shed.
Arafat is considered to be a good man by some because he is leading a repressed people. I am curious as to whom you feel is repressing the Palestinians?
If your answer is Arafat, I agree with you.
If your answer is Israel, you are wrong. If the Palestinians would stop attacking Israelis they could have their own state and complete freedom to be (as long as they are peaceful). So if your answer is Israel, please let me know how it is you feel that Israel is repressing the Palestinians. Thank you.