Monday, May 12, 2008
This is just a quick link to follow -- an "aside." These are links to interesting things that, for one reason or another, I didn't place into a full posting. Click the link to visit the full article. Go to the blog index for a regular listing of posts.
Peace with Realism: The Big Lie Endures - '...In the summer of 2005 Israel completely withdrew from every single settlement in Gaza. The result was a constant threat to Israeli security that continues to this day. Palestinians have launched thousands of rockets into population centers within southern Israel, causing several deaths, including very young children, and many more wounded. These attacks have become a virtual daily occurrence, traumatizing the population and driving out residents and businesses. With Iran's help, the Palestinians are increasing the range and power of their rockets, which are becoming steadily more lethal. Palestine to Israel: This is what happens when you withdraw from occupied land...'
