[Ajnin]

I noticed Ran HaCohen, conveniently left out Palestinian terrorist attacks against Israeli citizens. As violent and immoral as the Palestinian leadership is, it's no surprise such draconian measures are used against Palestinians.

[northernwilson]

it's no surprise such draconian measures are used against Palestinians.

Actually it probably would be a surprise to many moderate Americans to learn just how draconian the Israeli's have become under Sharon. Many American newspapers tend to be slanted toward the Israeli's, unlike Europe's, where they give a more balanced perspective on this issue. This is the most likely reason that many Europeans tend to sympathize with the Palestinians and are more critical of Israel.