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To: Don Hurst who wrote (490652)	6/25/2009 4:23:44 PM
From: Wharf Rat	Respond to of 1575036

"My question...is a single, one state solution even in the realm of possibility? " I don't think so. Theoretically, maybe a 3 state; In 1988, the Hash Kingdom of Jordan ceded its claims to the West Bank to the PLO because they couldn't retain control, if I remember correctly, and Gaza was part of Egypt until '67. Put Jerusalem under UN control. No reason there can't be 2. Either dismantle the settlements, or tell the settlers they are living in Palestine and give them visas or whatever you do with immigrants. Probably help if both sides allow dual citizenship. Failing that, I'm back to dosing the water with acid; if not the entire population, than at least the 100 most influential people on every side, and get them all on the same page.

To: Don Hurst who wrote (490652)	6/26/2009 9:14:04 AM
From: michael97123	Respond to of 1575036

Don, You ask a great question here. I dont think two state will work either. Gaza can exist as an independent entity, but not west back. Maybe some sort of confederation where for the immediate future israel does national defense, localities policed by their populations whether on west bank or in israel. That would allow contiguous settlements to survive while giving pals more autonomy in towns they live in in Israel. Jerusalem stays one city but perhaps policing separate with lets say joint firefighting. Under this arrangement even Hamas can partipate running Gaza but with regular internationally monitored elections. I was struck by an article i read the other day of both jews and pals complaining of historical oppression against their peoples. Should lead to hugs, not war and terrorism. Once both sides realize that the true villain is neither jews nor arabs, israelis or pals but euro colonialism that made a mess of the area and the rise of naziism which drove jews out of europe, both sides can start long process of reconciliation. Perhaps the above offers a more realistic roadmap to that day. What do you think?