David Bernstein Supports Jimmy Carter?
Posted by Moonage on 21 Feb 2006 | Tagged as: International Issues
Now, before I get going, I have always respected David Bernstein a LOT. I have quoted him here before. That’s why his post baffles me. You can read the whole thing here. Now, the part that loses me is this:
Given these poll numbers, I would think that there is room for the development of a relatively liberal, non-Islamic, non-corrupt political movement in the Palestinian areas that seeks a negotiated peace with Israel. It’s too bad the EU, U.S., and to some extent Israel itself were busy propping up Fatah all these years instead of helping nurture such a movement.
That’s the same misguided logic Jimmy Carter is using. I’m really disappointed in his opinion quite frankly. What part of Hamas calling for the destruction of Israel does he not get or condone? What other option does he think the US, EU, and Israel was given in light of the Hamas declaration? The fact that the “new” Hamas declaration still does not call for peace with Israel does not give me any comfort that Hamas is ready to change their position. And lastly, has David not ever heard of push polls or media bias? I just have one suggestion for David, don’t believe everything you read without verifying it first. Especially polls. Al Gore would have been president followed by John Kerry if you believed the polls.
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