"For too long, the citizens of the Middle East have lived in the midst of death and fear. The hatred of a few holds the hopes of many hostage."
Do you really think that the suicide bombings depend upon the "hatred of the few"? I think they are overwelmingly supported by the "Palestinians." Do you think GWB believes it's just a "few" or is he just saying this for public consumption?
"My vision is two states, living side by side in peace and security."
Is this a vision, or a delusion? What do you think?
ML/NJ
You have to admit no one figured he would come up with this.
He planted a seed - the seed of a better life. It will grow or it will not - but Bush was wise enough to plant it.
Homicide bombings are the result of rule by terrorists and hate-mongering. Same as the mob instinct. The terrorists have proved they do not want peace - they lose power. Bush understands this. There will never be peace with terrorism ruling these people and inciting hatred.
He gives in to terrorists when he allows their actions to subvert the peace that is needed for the average people in the area to live decent lives.
They wanted action from Bush - they got it. But they got their marching orders if they expect help from the U.S. and any funds.
IMO he is doing the same thing to the Mid-East as he has done in Congress with the democrats. Plant the wedge in the middle of them, some might come on board, work with them and minimize the opposing factions. A state could be started with a small group and grow. Then the terrorists are no longer leading - but are outsiders and can be more easily handled. Lead, work with what you can where you can, and get as much of what you want as you can.
Its worth a try - the status quo will never work.