Posted by
Nerdus Maximus on Wednesday, July 12, 2006 9:50:02 PM
Christopher Hitchens, during an interview by Hugh Hewitt, made the most valid criticism of Israel that I have ever heard. He indicated that Israel has never made a clear statement as to what their national borders should be. This in no way excuses the barbarity of those who oppose Israel, but it is a valid criticism. Uncertainty of intent does tend to breed distrust, and distrust is an extremely useful tool for the barbarian. Israel could do a lot for the long term stability of the Middle East by taking a stand. Whatever borders were stated would most certainly be met with outrage and attacked (in the intellectual/political sense) from every side, but it is an essential step in achieving any kind of stability.