One thing is for sure: I can't tell you how refreshing it is to see a presidential candidate that is actually honest about Arab-Israeli politics and the so-called peace process. He may not have expressed it as glibly as I would have liked. But, the bulk of Romney's discourse is absolutely spot on. I am thoroughly impressed and, of course, more convinced than ever which candidate will be the TRUE friend of Israel over the next 4 years.
Of course, the supporters of our current Administration will point to this as some horrible misjudgment...in large part because our incumbent President and his policy makers are deluded enough to believe the farcical dream that the Arabs actually want peace with Israel.
As we have seen in Gaza and Lebanon, and will soon witness in Egypt if the Muslim Brotherhood gains more traction, giving away control over land only feeds the monster, prompting more and more violence.
What is the answer? How do we give those who call themselves Palestinians autonomy without risking Israeli security? After all, it is the dream of all of us to have a sense of control over our own destiny.
Unfortunately, when that destiny is self-infused with a commitment to another's destruction, we must ALL do everything in our power to, first, recognize that reality...and, secondly, stop it. This administration, however, believes that through appeasement and apology, peace can be achieved.
Most of us who live in the REAL WORLD and have extensive experience with life in the Middle East, understand that reality dictates otherwise. As Romney ACCURATELY points out - true peace is not possible when one of the parties has NO deep and NO sustained commitment to it.
My mind is made up as to who I will vote for as I believe our foreign policies, especially vis a vie the Middle East will have a critical impact on our nation's domestic issues as well as the health of the world around us. I hope yours is too!
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