Dear Editor,
At this point I challenge anyone to convince me, that the Arabs, (who call themselves 'Palestinians' as of 1967,) are serious about wanting a state of their own.
They certainly do not deserve to be a full fledged nation amongst those of us who desperately seek peace and have evolved, both individually and as communities, believe in equality!
Palestinians refuse to recognize the state of Israel. How can you be serious about a two-state-solution if you do not recognize the otherone now in existence?
They have shown little interest in providing for themselves and have mismanaged incredible amounts of support money and, also, misused those funds to attack Israel.
There is little interest in up-dating their religious doctrine, as have all other religions, and they remain frozen in the seventh century. This is incredibly detrimental to their women.
Prior to 1967 the land involved was considered to be a part of Jordan, in the case of Judea and Somaria, or part of Egypt, in the case of Gaza. That situation lasted for 19 years. No claims were ever made to have a state of their own during that time.
In the past there has never been a state of Palestine.
It is impossible, however, to dig anywhere in the area without finding evidence of organized Jewish existence!…
'Palestinians' have convinced a large number of people, both in the West and elsewhere, that Israel practices "Apartheid". Yet, 20% of Israelis are not Jewish but have equal rights as full-fledged citizens. On the other hand, Gaza is "Judenrein" as of 2005 and the world has been advised that, in case a state of Palestine will ever come into existence, Jewish neighbours will be forcefully evicted!…
It is not difficult for me to come up with 20 more points, confirming my views. Feel free to prove me wrong!
All actions of the 'Palestinians' as of 1948 have been geared to extend the status quo, ie, remain refugees in law and live off their entitlements. This may be a cruel judgement on my part when it concerns individuals and, perhaps, not very accurate. However, it is certainly true of the politicians who have represented them as a people!
Considering this attitude of the 'Palestinians', what are their chances of ever accomplishing a 2 state solution? Obviously zero!
Therefore, it would be better for our present politicians to wake up from the Trudeau inspired pipedream and smell the coffee. All conversations (and negotiations!) about it are ridiculous. If our politicians (and also lay people!) have a shred of moral decency, they must abandon all thoughts of pursuing this line of action!
One final thought. Neighbouring Arab states have never accepted the existence of Israel either. They have always used the 'poor refugees' as 'proof' of Israel's cruelty. Why have those not familiar with the area seldom been told how Arab countries have always thwarted the attempts of 'refugees' (third generation by now) to become citizens of the surrounding countries?
Ziggy Eckardt
Burnaby, BC