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WHY SHARON FINALLY SAID, ‘NO MORE'
New York Post ^ | October 5, 2001 | URI DAN

Posted on 10/05/2001 8:31:13 AM PDT by LiveFree2000

Edited on 05/26/2004 5:01:07 PM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]

October 5, 2001 -- AFTER seven months, Ariel Sharon finally had enough.

Since he took office, he's followed the U.S. line - talking peace with the Palestinians and agreeing to concession after concession.

In the grim days that followed the attacks on America, he even OK'd a meeting between his foreign minister, Shimon Peres, and Yasser Arafat - at the urgent request of Colin Powell.


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To: Dr. Dealgood
It's just 'bizniz', ey doc?
61 posted on 10/05/2001 10:43:48 AM PDT by mercy
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To: mijo;lock & load;bold fenian
I feel like I'm in a room full of cowards and commies! It gives me the shivers. Your grasp of history leaves much to be desired. Nonetheless, David slew Goliath with a stone launched from a sling. If you launched a stone at me, I'd give you a lead snack too!
62 posted on 10/05/2001 10:44:17 AM PDT by old school
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To: Macroman , GeoPie
It's nice to see all the patriotic Israelis on this board. Now, move back to Israel.

The issue has nothing to do with Israel, the issue is about whether we are for or against terrorism, and, specificaly, Islamist terrorism.

63 posted on 10/05/2001 10:46:41 AM PDT by lavaroise
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To: tonycavanagh
This terrorist activity is a direct result of America in her role as the worlds policeman.

This is a tired myth without much substance. Imagine what we could have done, in the period, when we were the world's sole nuclear power.

The US has also done much good in the world. We have defeated 20th century fascism and soviet imperialism. Beginning with the Marshall Plan, we have shared much of our wealth with the rest of the world. Whenever and wherever there is a disaster, the US is there to render aid and assistance.

No perceived slight the US may have visited on anyone warranted the murder of 6000+ innocent people.

The "world policeman" perspective is irrelevant to ignorant islamic fanatics who are brainwashed by their evil leaders.

As for the leaders, they are fighting a war that has been punctuated through history by Tours, the Crusades, and Vienna. America was attacked because we symbolize the epitome of Judeo-Christian Western Civilization, not because of our foreign policy.

64 posted on 10/05/2001 10:47:43 AM PDT by Ceebass
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To: mercy
Yes very dramitic you tit now read reply 41.

If you can prove me wrong I will accept your childish insults.

Tony

65 posted on 10/05/2001 10:49:56 AM PDT by tonycavanagh
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To: Lock & Load
Sharan is a terrorist.

Oh puuuleaeeeeese! This is getting really old and burdensome. Getting down to the definition of a terrorist. How lame!

66 posted on 10/05/2001 10:50:04 AM PDT by lavaroise
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To: hopespringseternal,lavaroise
Well Thanks for reading my reply and not calling me a terrorist apologist or jerk again will write more but driver is here off to get old wet and tired all for freedom.

lavaroise will reply to you next time I hit a PC, but your second sentence kind of backed up what I am saying.

I did not write your countries policy, but why we are fighting this war has a direct bearing on how we are fighting it.

Tony

67 posted on 10/05/2001 10:54:54 AM PDT by tonycavanagh
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To: tonycavanagh
Fighting Terrorism is not just about killing terrorists its about removing the causes if you can, if its feasible.

And the cause is? Get real, we all know what the cause is. Arming nations like Saudi Arabia that terrorize their own people against developing ideas, religions, gods and arts of their own is the cause of international terrorism. You want to get rid of terrorism, then we need to nuke clean the middle East until it bows to inalienable civil rights demands within and without their territories. We are not talking about being the World Policeman, but being the world's great death... but the liberal utopia is against death and righteous battles of this scale.

So maybe in the end, the origin of terrorism is our lack of ability, as liberals, to communicate to others that terrorism is unacceptable. That's right, we are afraid to communicate because real communication requires sacrifice and blood shedding at times. We're a bunch of muted enuchs.

68 posted on 10/05/2001 10:58:23 AM PDT by lavaroise
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To: LiveFree2000
I dislike Israel, but Sharon is absolutely correct. Bush is wimping out.
69 posted on 10/05/2001 10:58:37 AM PDT by Sloth
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To: Samaritan
Actually Israel has a rather severe economic crisis

Flash news, this plague of terrorism is coming to our shores too... We are here grand standing Israel, but here is what is going to happen

In the near future the US is going to receive such a terrible blow that it will be weaker than Israel. The result will be that we will be begging Israel for help this time. WATCH IT! We are already less secure from terrorists than Israel is today when a few weeks ago every one said Israel was a mad place to live in for Jews. But the table is going to turn further.

America is weakened beyond recognition and it is asking for more.

70 posted on 10/05/2001 11:01:51 AM PDT by lavaroise
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To: LiveFree2000
don't talk to me any more about Arafat. I am already in the era of after-Arafat.

Good for him. It's about time.

71 posted on 10/05/2001 11:02:51 AM PDT by monkeyshine
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To: mcollins
Thank you for this post -- and thank God for Arel Sharon. Bush is in the process of handcuffing us to our enemies and the price we pay will likely be our own lives. The arabists can bleat, whine, and screech all they want, but right now we are in a life and death struggle with Islam (the minority who are militant and the majority who condone or support the militant minority). bush has told us we are at war -- and then made peace with our mortal enemies.
72 posted on 10/05/2001 11:02:57 AM PDT by elwoodp
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To: Lent, sabramerican, dennisw, veronica, BenF (FYI)
FYI
73 posted on 10/05/2001 11:04:07 AM PDT by monkeyshine
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To: LiveFree2000
Read Ezekiel, Daniel and Revelations

While what is in those books scare me, it is time Isreal made her stand

Revelation:
Re:12:14: And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent.

I support Isreal, and pray that the United States proves herself to be the "two wings of a great eagle" that helps Isreal.

74 posted on 10/05/2001 11:09:01 AM PDT by The Bard
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To: JesusIsLord
Actually he owes the Jewish community everything. Dubya is a Christian which means he places his faith in a Jewish man named Jesus. So you see, George has an understanding and appreciation of his (spiritual) roots. My suggestion to anyone or any nation would be to love Israel. It's the wise thing to do. " I will bless those who bless you, and him who curses you I will curse; and by you all the families of the earth shall bless themselves." Words spoken by the Most High God in Genesis 12:3

You posted the whole truth of the matter. It is not wise to go against Israel and Sharon has every right to defend his own nation against the likes of Arafat. Bush is taking the wrong stand on this issue. I think Bush Jr is about to entrap us in this war like his dad did in the Gulf War. Alliances are being sought over principle. That act brought us eventual defeat in Iraq.

75 posted on 10/05/2001 11:11:37 AM PDT by cva66snipe
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To: LiveFree2000
Fine - I say the same thing - "No More!"

I have no real problem with Israel per se, just I don't think we should be supporting them the way we have been. As far as I'm concerned, I would much rather keep the $$ we send in aid to Israel here at home.

Our close relationship with Israel has cost the US far more than it is worth, and I for one would cut them loose to sink or swim on their own.

On the other hand, I have no problem with them nuking all their stated enemies to a glassy residue, either.

Go ahead flamers - I'm wearing my asbestose undies...

76 posted on 10/05/2001 11:11:53 AM PDT by clee1
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To: Macroman
I'm NOT an Israeli, but I AM a patriot.

Soooooooooo, Mr. FNG, I suggest you take a hike.

Who's your ISP, baby? - Uncle Saddam?

prambo

77 posted on 10/05/2001 11:12:45 AM PDT by prambo
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To: detsaoT
Refresh our memories as to why the average American should care about, "...the only a democratic country in the middle east." I'm an average American. Speak to me.
78 posted on 10/05/2001 11:16:04 AM PDT by Orbiter
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To: dennisw
BTTTT
79 posted on 10/05/2001 11:16:29 AM PDT by Lent
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