CLIFF MAY: Latest Notes & Comments

DISENGAGEMENT: I paid a visit to Israel in the days leading up to the withdrawal from Gaza. Without question, Israelis are divided over an exodus that its enemies are celebrating as a victory for terrorism.

On the other hand, it was remarkable how life goes on in Israel: The streets of Israel's cities bustle with the Middle East's most diverse population -- Jews, Christians and Muslims, whites, browns and blacks. The restaurants and nightclubs are full. The economy is booming. The journalism and politics of this democratic nation are more than energetic.

This episode severely tested Israelis. Now it is the turn of the Palestinians. Are there a sufficient number of Gazans willing to do the hard work necessary to build a decent society in the territory that has been turned over to them? Or will Israel be blamed for every failure while terrorists take control and pursue their agenda of death and destruction? Read More.

Comments

[Joe Katzman]

I pick option B. What do I win?