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Mr. J.
Dec 1, 2009, 12:53:48 PM12/1/09
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1. What role did Zionism and the Balfour Declaration play in the
British government's decision to separate the area into 2 separate,
autonomous regions in 1948?
2. Do you agree or disagree with the present-day proposed 2-state
solution for the region, and what role do you think the United States
should play in the negotiations? Please be specific and use your own
words!
British government's decision to separate the area into 2 separate,
autonomous regions in 1948?
2. Do you agree or disagree with the present-day proposed 2-state
solution for the region, and what role do you think the United States
should play in the negotiations? Please be specific and use your own
words!
Erik Hotaling
Dec 1, 2009, 7:46:15 PM12/1/09
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The force of the Zionist movement and the Jews moving into Palestine
after the Balfour Declaration and then the Arab rioting caused the
British government to separate the area into two separate autonomous
regions.
I agree with the present-day 2-state solution for the region. I
think that since the Israelis have lived where they are and are
settled now and their religious ties to the area in history give them
a right to stay. However, I think it would be wrong to just kick the
Palestinians out of that area which, before the Balfour Declaration,
was theirs. I think that the U.S should try to facilitate negotiations
like they have done in the past however, I don't think that the U.S
should risk losing influence in the area by pushing the matter to
hard. At the very least the U.S should work to stop violence and stop
the Israeli settlements.
after the Balfour Declaration and then the Arab rioting caused the
British government to separate the area into two separate autonomous
regions.
I agree with the present-day 2-state solution for the region. I
think that since the Israelis have lived where they are and are
settled now and their religious ties to the area in history give them
a right to stay. However, I think it would be wrong to just kick the
Palestinians out of that area which, before the Balfour Declaration,
was theirs. I think that the U.S should try to facilitate negotiations
like they have done in the past however, I don't think that the U.S
should risk losing influence in the area by pushing the matter to
hard. At the very least the U.S should work to stop violence and stop
the Israeli settlements.
Shahrin Islam
Dec 1, 2009, 9:03:49 PM12/1/09
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The British, in accordance with the Zionist Movement, allowed tens of
thousands of Jews to move into Palestine by Balfour Declaration in
1917. This enraged Arabic Muslims in the area inciting riots which
eventually led the British to create two separate autonomous regions
for each group.
I agree with the two-state solution because both groups have
legitimate rights to the area. Israelis have historical and religious
ties to the area so they are entitled to the land. On the other hand,
before the British interfered, the area belonged to the Palestinians.
Palestinians also have historical and religious ties to the area, as
well. However, millions of Palestinians have been refused the right to
migrate back to their homeland due to Israeli "orders". If they were
to return, Israelis fear more conflict and instability as a result of
resentment and past oppression. Both groups are entitled to the land
and therefore, I think a two-state solution is the most effective
proposed solution. In my honest opinion, I don't the U.S. should
intervene too much in these affairs at the risk of more resentment or
a loss of influence. IF the two groups were to agree to the two-state
solution, the next hurdle would be the division of land. Since the
U.S. is an ally of Israel, Palestinians may accuse the U.S. of
favoring with the Israelis which could lead to a new conflict and vice
versa. Plus, British interference 92 years ago did not go over too
well in the Area. I think the U.S. should work on ending the violence
in the area and trying to facilitate peace in other means, such as
trying to relocate the Palestinian refugees back and/or stopping
thousands of Jews to move into Palestine by Balfour Declaration in
1917. This enraged Arabic Muslims in the area inciting riots which
eventually led the British to create two separate autonomous regions
for each group.
I agree with the two-state solution because both groups have
legitimate rights to the area. Israelis have historical and religious
ties to the area so they are entitled to the land. On the other hand,
before the British interfered, the area belonged to the Palestinians.
Palestinians also have historical and religious ties to the area, as
well. However, millions of Palestinians have been refused the right to
migrate back to their homeland due to Israeli "orders". If they were
to return, Israelis fear more conflict and instability as a result of
resentment and past oppression. Both groups are entitled to the land
and therefore, I think a two-state solution is the most effective
proposed solution. In my honest opinion, I don't the U.S. should
intervene too much in these affairs at the risk of more resentment or
a loss of influence. IF the two groups were to agree to the two-state
solution, the next hurdle would be the division of land. Since the
U.S. is an ally of Israel, Palestinians may accuse the U.S. of
favoring with the Israelis which could lead to a new conflict and vice
versa. Plus, British interference 92 years ago did not go over too
well in the Area. I think the U.S. should work on ending the violence
in the area and trying to facilitate peace in other means, such as
trying to relocate the Palestinian refugees back and/or stopping
Amy
Dec 1, 2009, 9:37:35 PM12/1/09
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1. Great Britain announced their support of Zionism in the Balfour
Declaration, which instigated a massive movement of Jews into
Palestine. The anger of Muslims in response to this act grew into
riots, causing Britain to split the area into separate, independent
regions.
2. I agree with the 2 state solution. Both the Israelis and the
Palestinians have a rights to the land that can't be ignored. The land
originally belonged to the Palestinians and has now belonged to the
Israelis for many years. Splitting the area into regions would give
both Israelis and Palestinians a home, and avoid intense animosity and
violence by segregating territory. The U.S. can assist in that they
can work to maintain peace. They can also aid both parties in
enforcing changes made in the negotiations. However, the U.S. should
be careful not to damage their alliance with Israel, while at the same
time not taking full responsibility for conducting negotiations.
America must not only work to create peace but also avoid aggravating
any resentment towards itself. This is especially important regarding
our recent history of over-involvement in the middle east.
Declaration, which instigated a massive movement of Jews into
Palestine. The anger of Muslims in response to this act grew into
riots, causing Britain to split the area into separate, independent
regions.
2. I agree with the 2 state solution. Both the Israelis and the
Palestinians have a rights to the land that can't be ignored. The land
originally belonged to the Palestinians and has now belonged to the
Israelis for many years. Splitting the area into regions would give
both Israelis and Palestinians a home, and avoid intense animosity and
violence by segregating territory. The U.S. can assist in that they
can work to maintain peace. They can also aid both parties in
enforcing changes made in the negotiations. However, the U.S. should
be careful not to damage their alliance with Israel, while at the same
time not taking full responsibility for conducting negotiations.
America must not only work to create peace but also avoid aggravating
any resentment towards itself. This is especially important regarding
our recent history of over-involvement in the middle east.
James
Dec 2, 2009, 5:28:53 PM12/2/09
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Zionism is the movement to move jewish people back to their "homeland"
in Israel, and that pressured the British into letting them migrate
there. Also, the Balfour Declaration was essentially a legal document
that agreed with the Zionist movement, and that opened the door for
tens of thousands of jews to move back to Palestine.
I agree with the 2-state solution. I think that it's unfair that the
creation of Israel forced the Palestinians out of their land, and that
they deserve to have at least part of their country back. A two state
solution would definately help to curb the violence between the two
groups, and that is one of the main reason that world leaders are
working so hard to accomplish the peace as soon as possible. I think
that the US should try to help in the negotiations, but that it should
try to remain as un-biased as possible during the peace process. Thus
far, the US has always aided Israel more than Palestine, and that has
helped fuel the bias. Working out the solution would also help
improve the US's global image, at least in the Middle East, because it
would show countries like Iran that the US does actually care about
the fate of Muslims, and that we're willing to help them.
Sam
Dec 2, 2009, 6:26:07 PM12/2/09
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The Zionist movement and the Balfour Declaration thousounds and
thousands of Jews to move back to their homeland. Great Britian also
had a lot to do with this because they supported the movement of the
Jews back into what is now known as present day Israel, they also felt
they needed to give the Jews a place of security after the Holocasut.
The Balfour Declaration infuriated the Arabs resulting in riots and
untimatley le to two autonomous states.
I agree with the present-day proposed 2-state solution because i feel
that both the Israelis and the Palestinians have their own induvidual
rights to Jerusalem. The Palestinians had been there for much longer
than the Israelis until the British involvment in 1917, but then on
the other hand the Israelis have their own rights because they have
many religious and historicas ties to the area. I think that the 2-
state solution is a great idea, but personally i do not think that it
will ever work. I think that both the Israelis and the Palestinians
are both not only prideful when it comes to this situation but also
they are both very stubborn and i do not think either of them would
ever give up the rights to Jerusalem or even make it an international
terrirtory. I think the United States should do as much as it can to
push for this two state solution without angering either side, but i
do not think it will ever get done personally.
thousands of Jews to move back to their homeland. Great Britian also
had a lot to do with this because they supported the movement of the
Jews back into what is now known as present day Israel, they also felt
they needed to give the Jews a place of security after the Holocasut.
The Balfour Declaration infuriated the Arabs resulting in riots and
untimatley le to two autonomous states.
I agree with the present-day proposed 2-state solution because i feel
that both the Israelis and the Palestinians have their own induvidual
rights to Jerusalem. The Palestinians had been there for much longer
than the Israelis until the British involvment in 1917, but then on
the other hand the Israelis have their own rights because they have
many religious and historicas ties to the area. I think that the 2-
state solution is a great idea, but personally i do not think that it
will ever work. I think that both the Israelis and the Palestinians
are both not only prideful when it comes to this situation but also
they are both very stubborn and i do not think either of them would
ever give up the rights to Jerusalem or even make it an international
terrirtory. I think the United States should do as much as it can to
push for this two state solution without angering either side, but i
do not think it will ever get done personally.
On Dec 1, 12:53 pm, "Mr. J." <glen.jaskelew...@rtsd.org> wrote:
Kevin Xiao
Dec 2, 2009, 6:36:12 PM12/2/09
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The British showed their support for the Zionist cause through the
Balfour Declaration in 1917. Tens of thousands of Jews then immigrated
to Palestine and caused riots in the region. This created a movement
for an independent Jewish state. The British government recommended
that the region be decided into 2 separate autonomous states.
I agree with the 2-state solution. Each group, the Palestinians and
Israelis have their own right to the land. Before British involvement,
the Palestinians owned that land so it should naturally belong to
them. After the Six Days War, Israel seized control of more
territories, which were also inhabited by Palestinians. If each were
to have their own separate states, then there would be less tension
between both groups who now currently live in similar regions.The
United States should help with negotiations between both states, but
not take complete control of negotiations. If negotiations are made,
the US should help make sure there isn't too much conflict afterwards.
This will naturally cause unrest in other Muslim nations who do not
feel that Israel has a right to be a country, so the United States
needs to make sure that it does not get too heavily involved to make
it seem like it was doing everything for Israel. If the two countries
really want a peaceful 2-state solution, then they will negotiate with
each other, with only slight US moderation.
Mike Stavrakos
Dec 2, 2009, 6:48:56 PM12/2/09
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The rapid support of Zionism by European Jews and the British
Governments support of it in the Balfour Declaration caused a large
surge of Jews to immigrate to the area that was Palestine at the time
near the city of Jerusalem. Because of the greatly increased Jewish
population that moved into the area, there were mass riots by Arabs in
the area. This quickly raised the opinion that a Jewish state was
necessary, as the two groups were not coexisting peacefully. Because
of all this, the British government made the decision to push for the
creation of two separate and individually governed states of Jews and
Arabs.
I agree with the 2-state solution in the region. The problem with the
current situation, however, seems to be the struggle over control of
the city of Jerusalem. Realistically, it seems impossible for Israel
and Palestine to reach agreements on their own. This is because, for
one, there is not a stable and recognized ruling government over
Palestine. Hamas was technically elected to the government
democratically, but it is questionable whether the election wasn't
fixed, and also they are listed as a terrorist organization by
multiple countries including the U.S. and the countries of the EU.
Also, both countries want control over Jerusalem because of its
religious significance to the major religions of both countries,
causing a need for outside countries to assist in compromises since
Palestine and Israel apparently can't do it themselves. Because of
this inability to compromise on both sides, it is apparent that heavy
U.S. interference may be needed. While the U.S. is an ally of Israel
and typically supports them, it has recently been pressuring Israel to
halt construction in settlements, in attempt to compromise with both
sides. Also, we are apparently needed as a power to back Israel
because with the deal proposed by a Saudi prince and approved by the
Arab League, Israel was seen as giving up their currently occupied
territories, allowing a new state of Palestine to have its capital in
East Jerusalem, and return to pre-Six Day War borders as an expense
for gaining recognition by Arab countries and possible stability in
the area. In all, the U.S. needs to be a mediator in the situation
to back Israel but also to assist in compromising and not necessarily
hard-lining for some of the more outlandish Israeli demands.
Governments support of it in the Balfour Declaration caused a large
surge of Jews to immigrate to the area that was Palestine at the time
near the city of Jerusalem. Because of the greatly increased Jewish
population that moved into the area, there were mass riots by Arabs in
the area. This quickly raised the opinion that a Jewish state was
necessary, as the two groups were not coexisting peacefully. Because
of all this, the British government made the decision to push for the
creation of two separate and individually governed states of Jews and
Arabs.
I agree with the 2-state solution in the region. The problem with the
current situation, however, seems to be the struggle over control of
the city of Jerusalem. Realistically, it seems impossible for Israel
and Palestine to reach agreements on their own. This is because, for
one, there is not a stable and recognized ruling government over
Palestine. Hamas was technically elected to the government
democratically, but it is questionable whether the election wasn't
fixed, and also they are listed as a terrorist organization by
multiple countries including the U.S. and the countries of the EU.
Also, both countries want control over Jerusalem because of its
religious significance to the major religions of both countries,
causing a need for outside countries to assist in compromises since
Palestine and Israel apparently can't do it themselves. Because of
this inability to compromise on both sides, it is apparent that heavy
U.S. interference may be needed. While the U.S. is an ally of Israel
and typically supports them, it has recently been pressuring Israel to
halt construction in settlements, in attempt to compromise with both
sides. Also, we are apparently needed as a power to back Israel
because with the deal proposed by a Saudi prince and approved by the
Arab League, Israel was seen as giving up their currently occupied
territories, allowing a new state of Palestine to have its capital in
East Jerusalem, and return to pre-Six Day War borders as an expense
for gaining recognition by Arab countries and possible stability in
the area. In all, the U.S. needs to be a mediator in the situation
to back Israel but also to assist in compromising and not necessarily
hard-lining for some of the more outlandish Israeli demands.
Sibtain Bokhari
Dec 2, 2009, 7:01:28 PM12/2/09
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The Zionist movement and The Balfour Declaration allowed for ten
thousand jewish people to migrate to Palestine. This caused an uproar
with the Arabs, and they demanded that the British make a separate
Jewish state.
I agree with the present proposed two state solution because it seems
like the most logical thing to do. The city of Jerusalem is holy to
both groups, so i believe that that should be separate from the two
new states, and that should be a neutral territory. The US will play a
large role in this, because we have Israel on our side, but we have
recognized Hamas as a terrorist organization, and they are currently
the leaders in Palestine. I believe that the US would have to play a
role in the negotiations, but more so on the Palestine side, because
of their leaders. The President would have to talk with their leader,
and work out the whole issue that the rest of the world has with
Hamas, because a lot of the world recognizes them as a terrorist
organization. The US would either have to convince the rest of the
world otherwise, or remove the idea of Hamas as a terrorist
organization.
thousand jewish people to migrate to Palestine. This caused an uproar
with the Arabs, and they demanded that the British make a separate
Jewish state.
I agree with the present proposed two state solution because it seems
like the most logical thing to do. The city of Jerusalem is holy to
both groups, so i believe that that should be separate from the two
new states, and that should be a neutral territory. The US will play a
large role in this, because we have Israel on our side, but we have
recognized Hamas as a terrorist organization, and they are currently
the leaders in Palestine. I believe that the US would have to play a
role in the negotiations, but more so on the Palestine side, because
of their leaders. The President would have to talk with their leader,
and work out the whole issue that the rest of the world has with
Hamas, because a lot of the world recognizes them as a terrorist
organization. The US would either have to convince the rest of the
world otherwise, or remove the idea of Hamas as a terrorist
organization.
On Dec 1, 12:53 pm, "Mr. J." <glen.jaskelew...@rtsd.org> wrote:
Kai
Dec 2, 2009, 8:14:26 PM12/2/09
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Zionism was the political movement with a goal of establishing a
Jewish homeland in Palestine. This idea became firmly established
after Britain filed the Balfour Declaration which formally declared
that Britain wanted to establish a Jewish state in Palestine. Zionism
and Balfour were the seeds of the 2 state separation that occurred in
1948.
Although taking Arab land and building a Jewish state was a misguided
idea to begin with, the situation has gone far beyond the point of no
return and therefore the 2 state solution seems to be the only
possible option. I think the US needs to take a less biased role in
the region for negotiations to go forward. The US should give equal
support to both Israel and Palestine, but discourage military aide in
both. The US should play the part of a neutral third party who can
bring the two sides together without a firefight breaking out. The US
also needs to give Israel a wake up call and start withdrawing aide if
they continue to refuse to stop building settlements and continue to
refuse Palestinian compromises.
Jewish homeland in Palestine. This idea became firmly established
after Britain filed the Balfour Declaration which formally declared
that Britain wanted to establish a Jewish state in Palestine. Zionism
and Balfour were the seeds of the 2 state separation that occurred in
1948.
Although taking Arab land and building a Jewish state was a misguided
idea to begin with, the situation has gone far beyond the point of no
return and therefore the 2 state solution seems to be the only
possible option. I think the US needs to take a less biased role in
the region for negotiations to go forward. The US should give equal
support to both Israel and Palestine, but discourage military aide in
both. The US should play the part of a neutral third party who can
bring the two sides together without a firefight breaking out. The US
also needs to give Israel a wake up call and start withdrawing aide if
they continue to refuse to stop building settlements and continue to
refuse Palestinian compromises.
Kim Sass
Dec 2, 2009, 8:34:14 PM12/2/09
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Zionism was when the Jewish people worldwide moved to the spot known as Israel. Because there were so many Jewish people in one place, the Arabs began to resent them to the point in which no more Jewish people could enter. Then, the British felt pressured to separate the land into two areas, so the Jewish people would have more peace without the Arabs threatening them. The Balfour Declaration stated that more Jews could move into Palestine than before, causing Arabs to get even more disgruntled, which turned into the 2 seperate states.
Personally, I don't believe anything will work. The two state solution is a STEP in a very long and tedious process of making tension between Palestinians and Israelites. Sure, the two state solution will help, but the Israelites will never go for it. They are people, and most people, after all, are greedy. The government doesn't want to lose it's land and military by turning into a smaller state. This 2 state solution seems like a good idea, but it probably will never happen. I think if we really wanted to help Israel, we just move everyone there into a small part of Texas. If the US wants to help them so much, why don't they give them a part of their own land? Israel is the size of New Jersey, so it wouldn't take up much room. Hahaha, it sounds crazy, but so does the two state solution, and the Texas thing might actually stop conflict.
I don't think the US should have anything to do with the negotiations. It should just mind its own business. Sure Israel is an ally, but it's time to make allies with someone a little bit better like Turkey. Israel always needs money, and we've done enough for them. We shouldn't help them any longer. If the US would butt into the negotiations, it's just going to be a mess.
Personally, I don't believe anything will work. The two state solution is a STEP in a very long and tedious process of making tension between Palestinians and Israelites. Sure, the two state solution will help, but the Israelites will never go for it. They are people, and most people, after all, are greedy. The government doesn't want to lose it's land and military by turning into a smaller state. This 2 state solution seems like a good idea, but it probably will never happen. I think if we really wanted to help Israel, we just move everyone there into a small part of Texas. If the US wants to help them so much, why don't they give them a part of their own land? Israel is the size of New Jersey, so it wouldn't take up much room. Hahaha, it sounds crazy, but so does the two state solution, and the Texas thing might actually stop conflict.
I don't think the US should have anything to do with the negotiations. It should just mind its own business. Sure Israel is an ally, but it's time to make allies with someone a little bit better like Turkey. Israel always needs money, and we've done enough for them. We shouldn't help them any longer. If the US would butt into the negotiations, it's just going to be a mess.
John Li
Dec 2, 2009, 8:52:31 PM12/2/09
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The Balfour Declaration showed the Jews and British acceptance of the
Zionist movement. Because of this, thousands of Jews moved into
Palestine, which angered the Arab people, who believed that they were
the rightful owners of the land, and eventually caused them to riot,
which in turn caused the British government to split Palestine into
two separate regions.
I agree with the idea of the present-day 2-state solution, but I don't
think it is a really reachable event, as we have discussed many times
during class. It seems like every single time we are about to reach
this 2-state solution, some event happens that prevents the 2-state
solution's execution. It seems that if only a single group, the Arabs
or the Jews, had control over this region of land, there would be no
end to the rioting, so it seems like a 2-state solution is the only
solution...unless you count this constant fighting over land a
solution. I believe that both groups should have some control over the
land, because of religious ties, and other reasons. I believe that the
US should be pushing this issue, but not to the point of seeming
overbearing, because the US wants to seems like a contributing factor
to solving this problem and improve their ties with the Israelis and
Arabs. Once again, this seems all good when we talk about it, but
there is always some problem when the plan comes to its execution, so
it seems like a good but unlikely solution.
Zionist movement. Because of this, thousands of Jews moved into
Palestine, which angered the Arab people, who believed that they were
the rightful owners of the land, and eventually caused them to riot,
which in turn caused the British government to split Palestine into
two separate regions.
I agree with the idea of the present-day 2-state solution, but I don't
think it is a really reachable event, as we have discussed many times
during class. It seems like every single time we are about to reach
this 2-state solution, some event happens that prevents the 2-state
solution's execution. It seems that if only a single group, the Arabs
or the Jews, had control over this region of land, there would be no
end to the rioting, so it seems like a 2-state solution is the only
solution...unless you count this constant fighting over land a
solution. I believe that both groups should have some control over the
land, because of religious ties, and other reasons. I believe that the
US should be pushing this issue, but not to the point of seeming
overbearing, because the US wants to seems like a contributing factor
to solving this problem and improve their ties with the Israelis and
Arabs. Once again, this seems all good when we talk about it, but
there is always some problem when the plan comes to its execution, so
it seems like a good but unlikely solution.
abol...@yahoo.com
Dec 2, 2009, 9:49:21 PM12/2/09
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1. Because of Zionism and the Balfour Declaration thousands of Jews
moved into Palestine. This resulted in Arab rioting which resulted in
a movement that requested a Jewish state separate from others. Because
of this the British suggested that there be 2 regions; one for the
Arabs and the other for the Jews.
2. I agree with the present-day 2-state solution because I think that
it is only fair for each group to have their own land. The israelis
have been living where they are and have many ties to the area through
religion and history, but the same goes for Palestinians. I think that
the Palestinians also should have a fair right to a citizenship in
their own land. Jerusalem has value for both groups so I agree with
that being a neutral territory. However, I don't think that a 2-state
solution will be completely effective, however, it is one way to help.
I think that the US should get involved in the solution, but not to
the point where we seem pushy or controlling. Even though there was
conflict with the aid for Palestine, I think that if we aid both sides
and monitor conflict during negotiations we would be able to help.
However, the US shouldn't risk their important relationship with
Israel and also should not become so involved that they are
responsible for every conflict, resolution, or negotiation that goes
on.
moved into Palestine. This resulted in Arab rioting which resulted in
a movement that requested a Jewish state separate from others. Because
of this the British suggested that there be 2 regions; one for the
Arabs and the other for the Jews.
2. I agree with the present-day 2-state solution because I think that
it is only fair for each group to have their own land. The israelis
have been living where they are and have many ties to the area through
religion and history, but the same goes for Palestinians. I think that
the Palestinians also should have a fair right to a citizenship in
their own land. Jerusalem has value for both groups so I agree with
that being a neutral territory. However, I don't think that a 2-state
solution will be completely effective, however, it is one way to help.
I think that the US should get involved in the solution, but not to
the point where we seem pushy or controlling. Even though there was
conflict with the aid for Palestine, I think that if we aid both sides
and monitor conflict during negotiations we would be able to help.
However, the US shouldn't risk their important relationship with
Israel and also should not become so involved that they are
responsible for every conflict, resolution, or negotiation that goes
on.
alyssa norton
Dec 2, 2009, 10:03:20 PM12/2/09
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The Zionism movement caused the British to believe that they
needed to establish some sort of Jewish state in Palestine. Later the
Balfour Declaration caused Arabs to riot and outrage over the Jews
moving in so the only logical explanation for them was to create a
solution where both of the states would be included.
I do agree with the two-state solution (moreso the idea of it)
but as of right now I don't think that is within reach for several
reasons. Right now, there is fighting between the two major groups in
Palestine, Hamas and Fatah, and they cannot seem to come to a common
agreement and most times progress is stagnated by some sort of
obstacle. How can we expect Israel and Palestine to agree if the
Palestinians can't even agree with themselves. That is the first step
to achieving this goal. Another way this solution is feasible is if
Israel begins to accept that they may not be recognized by all Arab
countries, while other Arab countries need to acknowledge that the
Jewish state is not going anywhere and the more they realize that the
closer the two will get to a solution. Many things need to occur for
this solution to be reached and truthfully I don't see it occurring
anytime soon. I think that the US's role in the negotiations should be
only to facilitate and make sure no wars occur. Other than that I
think that the US should stay clear of the negotiations and continue
giving the money to Israel that they currently do.
needed to establish some sort of Jewish state in Palestine. Later the
Balfour Declaration caused Arabs to riot and outrage over the Jews
moving in so the only logical explanation for them was to create a
solution where both of the states would be included.
I do agree with the two-state solution (moreso the idea of it)
but as of right now I don't think that is within reach for several
reasons. Right now, there is fighting between the two major groups in
Palestine, Hamas and Fatah, and they cannot seem to come to a common
agreement and most times progress is stagnated by some sort of
obstacle. How can we expect Israel and Palestine to agree if the
Palestinians can't even agree with themselves. That is the first step
to achieving this goal. Another way this solution is feasible is if
Israel begins to accept that they may not be recognized by all Arab
countries, while other Arab countries need to acknowledge that the
Jewish state is not going anywhere and the more they realize that the
closer the two will get to a solution. Many things need to occur for
this solution to be reached and truthfully I don't see it occurring
anytime soon. I think that the US's role in the negotiations should be
only to facilitate and make sure no wars occur. Other than that I
think that the US should stay clear of the negotiations and continue
giving the money to Israel that they currently do.
sami
Dec 2, 2009, 10:30:19 PM12/2/09
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Zionism was the political movement to create a Jewish State in
Palestine. It aimed to move Jews who were displaced by discrimination
in Russia and the Holocaust into Palestine, which was inhabited by
Arab’s for more than a 1000 years. The Balfour declaration was a
British policy paper that stated Britain’s support of Zionism and the
creation of a Jewish state. It ushered in an influx of Jewish
immigration into Palestine, which angered the Arab inhabitants who saw
the whole situation as a foreign power giving away their homeland to
another group of people. The violence that followed resulted in the
British splitting the area into separate autonomous regions.
I agree with the idea of a two state solution. Although in my
opinion, the Palestinian inhabitants had their homeland unjustly taken
from them, there is no denying the fact that the Israelis have been
living in the land long enough to consider it their home as well. In
order for this solution to work, both sides of the conflict have to
give in to some of the others demands. First of all, the Israelis have
to cease and dismantle their settlements in Palestinian territory. It
is impossible for a Palestinian state to function with these
settlements cutting off essential land, resources, and roads needed to
build a sovereign nation. I also think that it is essential that
Israel allow Palestinian Refugees to return to Palestine. It is simply
wrong to bar hundreds and thousands of people from returning to their
homeland, and the Palestinians will not be likely to accept any
Israeli terms if the Israelis don’t allow this. On the other hand, the
Palestinians have to recognize the state of Israel as a legitimate
country, if they want the Israelis to accept any of their terms. This
will help Israel feel more comfortable with their security, which is
the main thing they wish to achieve out of the solution. The U.S will
play a crucial role in the two state solutions. The U.S is the only
country that has strong enough to ties Israel to enable negotiation
over the settlement dilemma.
Palestine. It aimed to move Jews who were displaced by discrimination
in Russia and the Holocaust into Palestine, which was inhabited by
Arab’s for more than a 1000 years. The Balfour declaration was a
British policy paper that stated Britain’s support of Zionism and the
creation of a Jewish state. It ushered in an influx of Jewish
immigration into Palestine, which angered the Arab inhabitants who saw
the whole situation as a foreign power giving away their homeland to
another group of people. The violence that followed resulted in the
British splitting the area into separate autonomous regions.
I agree with the idea of a two state solution. Although in my
opinion, the Palestinian inhabitants had their homeland unjustly taken
from them, there is no denying the fact that the Israelis have been
living in the land long enough to consider it their home as well. In
order for this solution to work, both sides of the conflict have to
give in to some of the others demands. First of all, the Israelis have
to cease and dismantle their settlements in Palestinian territory. It
is impossible for a Palestinian state to function with these
settlements cutting off essential land, resources, and roads needed to
build a sovereign nation. I also think that it is essential that
Israel allow Palestinian Refugees to return to Palestine. It is simply
wrong to bar hundreds and thousands of people from returning to their
homeland, and the Palestinians will not be likely to accept any
Israeli terms if the Israelis don’t allow this. On the other hand, the
Palestinians have to recognize the state of Israel as a legitimate
country, if they want the Israelis to accept any of their terms. This
will help Israel feel more comfortable with their security, which is
the main thing they wish to achieve out of the solution. The U.S will
play a crucial role in the two state solutions. The U.S is the only
country that has strong enough to ties Israel to enable negotiation
over the settlement dilemma.
Spattni
Dec 2, 2009, 10:32:33 PM12/2/09
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I believe that the important roles Zionism and Balfour Declaration
were interconnected with each other and the separation of Palestine.
The Balfour Declaration, the decision tho allow the immigration of
Jews to Palestine, was made through the Zionist movement. This
movement and then decision seemed rational, but when it caused uproar
among the Arab Muslims, the separating of Palestine appeared to be
inevitable. I do believe, though, that this separation needed a spark
to occur. What came was a fire, otherwise known as World War II. This
event created sympathy for the Jews and the world gave them a right to
their own state. So the Zionist movement along with the Balfour
Declaration were the ball rollers, World War II was the spark and this
resulted in 2 separate regions.
I do not think that one can agree or disagree with this 2 state
solution because of the many implications that come with it. I do
believe this is the best attempt at a solution so far, but my problem
is the notion of dividing Palestine into to two. A place that is home
religions of monotheism and filled with much oneness cannot be
divided into two without problems; the dividing of Jerusalem,
complications of the west bank and gaza on both sides of Israel, and
one cannot forget the displacement and violence that occurs whenever
redrawing of borders, limiting of settlements, or negotiations
breaking down. The best way one should go about this is starting at
square one with heavy international involvement (UN), and if that
includes the working out how to unify Fatah and Hamas first so be it.
This may hopefully cause a chain reaction of successful events. This
leads to the U.S. role in negotiations with this international
frustration. I think for the U.S. to have a successful role in these
negotiations they must be completely unbiased. By unbiased I think the
U.S. should have to start at square one, by attempting to ignore their
alliance with Israel to be 'fair'. However, this cannot be done
considering the U.S. is a strong ally of Israel. It is like giving an
equally divided apple pie to two people, being fair, but then giving
all the filling to one person because you are obligated to. Obama has
tried being tougher on Israel by telling them to stop building
settlements, but the sad realization is that if the U.S. were to be
'unbiased', what would stop Arab countries from attacking Israel
again? And then you have Israel's predictable defense about
settlements which consists of, a bigger population and rights to the
holy land. Since the U.S. cannot be unbiased they must instead be a
strong supporting presence that can pressure or advise Israel. This
can be critical because of the aid and support the U.S. gives, and the
U.S. can focus on making one side less stubborn. While someone like
Egypt do the same for the Palestine Authority, that way the
Palestinians and Isreales can have be guided to a midway point and
peace deal hopefully brokered by the UN, who are always helpful in
tough decisions such as this.
were interconnected with each other and the separation of Palestine.
The Balfour Declaration, the decision tho allow the immigration of
Jews to Palestine, was made through the Zionist movement. This
movement and then decision seemed rational, but when it caused uproar
among the Arab Muslims, the separating of Palestine appeared to be
inevitable. I do believe, though, that this separation needed a spark
to occur. What came was a fire, otherwise known as World War II. This
event created sympathy for the Jews and the world gave them a right to
their own state. So the Zionist movement along with the Balfour
Declaration were the ball rollers, World War II was the spark and this
resulted in 2 separate regions.
I do not think that one can agree or disagree with this 2 state
solution because of the many implications that come with it. I do
believe this is the best attempt at a solution so far, but my problem
is the notion of dividing Palestine into to two. A place that is home
religions of monotheism and filled with much oneness cannot be
divided into two without problems; the dividing of Jerusalem,
complications of the west bank and gaza on both sides of Israel, and
one cannot forget the displacement and violence that occurs whenever
redrawing of borders, limiting of settlements, or negotiations
breaking down. The best way one should go about this is starting at
square one with heavy international involvement (UN), and if that
includes the working out how to unify Fatah and Hamas first so be it.
This may hopefully cause a chain reaction of successful events. This
leads to the U.S. role in negotiations with this international
frustration. I think for the U.S. to have a successful role in these
negotiations they must be completely unbiased. By unbiased I think the
U.S. should have to start at square one, by attempting to ignore their
alliance with Israel to be 'fair'. However, this cannot be done
considering the U.S. is a strong ally of Israel. It is like giving an
equally divided apple pie to two people, being fair, but then giving
all the filling to one person because you are obligated to. Obama has
tried being tougher on Israel by telling them to stop building
settlements, but the sad realization is that if the U.S. were to be
'unbiased', what would stop Arab countries from attacking Israel
again? And then you have Israel's predictable defense about
settlements which consists of, a bigger population and rights to the
holy land. Since the U.S. cannot be unbiased they must instead be a
strong supporting presence that can pressure or advise Israel. This
can be critical because of the aid and support the U.S. gives, and the
U.S. can focus on making one side less stubborn. While someone like
Egypt do the same for the Palestine Authority, that way the
Palestinians and Isreales can have be guided to a midway point and
peace deal hopefully brokered by the UN, who are always helpful in
tough decisions such as this.
Brendan
Dec 2, 2009, 11:47:51 PM12/2/09
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1) Zionism was the idea that the Jews should move and settle in what
was called Palestine because it was the biblical homeland of the Jews.
The Balfour declaration was a British policy paper that was
generically in support of the Zionist movement. Because the British
had established a support of the zionist movement tens of thousands of
Jews moved into the area but after arab riots Britain recommended the
separation of Palestine into two separate states.
2) I think that the two-state solution is the best possible way to
create peace between Israel and Palestine because both the Israelis
and the Palestinians both have very legitimate claims to the land both
religiously and ancestrally. The 2-state solution will also allow both
of the separate nations to improve national security be designating
borders between themselves. And pertaining to the city of Jerusalem,
it has been proposed that Jerusalem be controlled by neither nation
and that would allow all of the people that claim rights to the city,
such as the Jews , Muslims and even Christians to go Jerusalem and
feel like it is there city and that it's not owned by anyone else. I
think that the US should continue to support the talks of peace and
the goal of a two state solution. I think that it would be beneficial
to Israel, Palestine and the US if peace is achieved so it is in
everyones best interest for the US to keep encouraging cooperation.
Specifically the US should try to convince Israel to to stop building
and dismantle settlements on Palestinian land. And with positive moves
made by Israel the Palestinians can the be engaged in diplomacy with
regards to stopping attacks of any kind against Israeli military or
civilians.
was called Palestine because it was the biblical homeland of the Jews.
The Balfour declaration was a British policy paper that was
generically in support of the Zionist movement. Because the British
had established a support of the zionist movement tens of thousands of
Jews moved into the area but after arab riots Britain recommended the
separation of Palestine into two separate states.
2) I think that the two-state solution is the best possible way to
create peace between Israel and Palestine because both the Israelis
and the Palestinians both have very legitimate claims to the land both
religiously and ancestrally. The 2-state solution will also allow both
of the separate nations to improve national security be designating
borders between themselves. And pertaining to the city of Jerusalem,
it has been proposed that Jerusalem be controlled by neither nation
and that would allow all of the people that claim rights to the city,
such as the Jews , Muslims and even Christians to go Jerusalem and
feel like it is there city and that it's not owned by anyone else. I
think that the US should continue to support the talks of peace and
the goal of a two state solution. I think that it would be beneficial
to Israel, Palestine and the US if peace is achieved so it is in
everyones best interest for the US to keep encouraging cooperation.
Specifically the US should try to convince Israel to to stop building
and dismantle settlements on Palestinian land. And with positive moves
made by Israel the Palestinians can the be engaged in diplomacy with
regards to stopping attacks of any kind against Israeli military or
civilians.
Shannon
Dec 3, 2009, 12:13:16 AM12/3/09
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The support of Zionism in Europe and Britain was a huge part in the
Balfour Declaration in 1917 which agreed with Zionists cause of
establishing a Jewish homeland in Palestine. After the policy paper
was passed, tens of thousands of Jews immigrated to Palestine, then
calling it Israel. Though the Zionists were elated, the other Arab
countries surrounding Palestine were the furthest from it, especially
Palestinians. Many Arab countries rioted and attacked Israel. Though
Israel won these fights they did not end, but continued. These acts of
violence proved to the world that these two societies could not live
together, so the British government created 2 separate, autonomous
regions in 1948 to try to decrease the amount of fighting and
bickering.
I agree with the 2 state solution in the Israel/Palestine area. But
the dividing of the territory would need to be equal in respect to
area of marine borders, borders on other countries, and religious
landmarks. The area is between the Mediterranean Sea, the Dead Sea,
and the Jordan River. Not only are those bodies of water holy to some
religions, but they play a huge role in a countries economy, which is
not equally portioned out could cause many conflicts. Then there is
trading on land, with other countries. The area borders Lebanon,
Syria, Jordan, and Egypt, which are countries that this area most
easily trades to since they are geographically the closest. Then, the
most controversial subject, the religious land marks like Jerusalem,
the Western Wall, and many others. The Jewish and Islamic are both
very proud, and rightfully so, of their religion. But because of that,
they do not want to share what they claim to be theirs for centuries.
I think the United States role in solving these issues is to promote
peace through the two state solutions, creating peace talks, stopping
the construction of more settlements, and helping refugees.
Balfour Declaration in 1917 which agreed with Zionists cause of
establishing a Jewish homeland in Palestine. After the policy paper
was passed, tens of thousands of Jews immigrated to Palestine, then
calling it Israel. Though the Zionists were elated, the other Arab
countries surrounding Palestine were the furthest from it, especially
Palestinians. Many Arab countries rioted and attacked Israel. Though
Israel won these fights they did not end, but continued. These acts of
violence proved to the world that these two societies could not live
together, so the British government created 2 separate, autonomous
regions in 1948 to try to decrease the amount of fighting and
bickering.
I agree with the 2 state solution in the Israel/Palestine area. But
the dividing of the territory would need to be equal in respect to
area of marine borders, borders on other countries, and religious
landmarks. The area is between the Mediterranean Sea, the Dead Sea,
and the Jordan River. Not only are those bodies of water holy to some
religions, but they play a huge role in a countries economy, which is
not equally portioned out could cause many conflicts. Then there is
trading on land, with other countries. The area borders Lebanon,
Syria, Jordan, and Egypt, which are countries that this area most
easily trades to since they are geographically the closest. Then, the
most controversial subject, the religious land marks like Jerusalem,
the Western Wall, and many others. The Jewish and Islamic are both
very proud, and rightfully so, of their religion. But because of that,
they do not want to share what they claim to be theirs for centuries.
I think the United States role in solving these issues is to promote
peace through the two state solutions, creating peace talks, stopping
the construction of more settlements, and helping refugees.
Aish
Dec 3, 2009, 12:54:10 AM12/3/09
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Zionism was a political movement that sought to establish a Jewish
homeland in Palestine. The Balfour Declaration was a 1917 British
policy that agreed with Zionistic principles, causing many Jews to
immigrate to the area. Later, after the Holocaust, Britain decided
that there were enough representation of each peoples in the region to
create two separate states: one for the Jews and the other for the
Arabs.
I disagree with the current two state solution, though I would agree
to a revised version of it, which wouldn't require Israel to give up
quite so much land. I feel it is necessary because I feel it is
important for the Jews to have their own state after being
marginalized for so long. Also, being a Jewish country surrounded by
Arab nations is very difficult, and the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and
Golan Heights provide vital buffer zones for the Israelis. Another
flaw in the current plan is that these areas are separated by vast
areas of land that would be considered Israel. The boundaries of
Palestine in the two state solution should be redrawn. However, I
agree with the principal idea behind the two state solution, because
by dividing up Israel and Palestine, they can be separate entities
with separate agendas (which they will doubtless have) and they can,
at a later date, even negotiate a peace accord. Right now, everything
is at a stalemate because Israel and Palestine can't agree on
anything. If this is the case right now, how will they function
together as an independent nation in the future? I believe that to
facilitate a two state solution, the US should mediate talks between
the Israel and Fatah as well as Hamas. They can provide suggestions
but ultimately, they cannot decide what to do on behalf of either of
the groups.
~Evidently, I don't sleep.~
homeland in Palestine. The Balfour Declaration was a 1917 British
policy that agreed with Zionistic principles, causing many Jews to
immigrate to the area. Later, after the Holocaust, Britain decided
that there were enough representation of each peoples in the region to
create two separate states: one for the Jews and the other for the
Arabs.
I disagree with the current two state solution, though I would agree
to a revised version of it, which wouldn't require Israel to give up
quite so much land. I feel it is necessary because I feel it is
important for the Jews to have their own state after being
marginalized for so long. Also, being a Jewish country surrounded by
Arab nations is very difficult, and the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and
Golan Heights provide vital buffer zones for the Israelis. Another
flaw in the current plan is that these areas are separated by vast
areas of land that would be considered Israel. The boundaries of
Palestine in the two state solution should be redrawn. However, I
agree with the principal idea behind the two state solution, because
by dividing up Israel and Palestine, they can be separate entities
with separate agendas (which they will doubtless have) and they can,
at a later date, even negotiate a peace accord. Right now, everything
is at a stalemate because Israel and Palestine can't agree on
anything. If this is the case right now, how will they function
together as an independent nation in the future? I believe that to
facilitate a two state solution, the US should mediate talks between
the Israel and Fatah as well as Hamas. They can provide suggestions
but ultimately, they cannot decide what to do on behalf of either of
the groups.
~Evidently, I don't sleep.~
Emma Burke
Dec 3, 2009, 8:14:25 AM12/3/09
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The Balfour Declaration, which was a formal policy statement claiming
the British's compassion for Jewish Zionist aspirations, caused a big
following of Jewish people into Palestine. The immigration was less
concentrated after WWI, but the Palestinian were fighting and
protesting the Zionist movement for a Jewish state that was
independent. Both of these things is why the British government saw a
need to created to states: one Arab and one Jewish.
I think that a two-state solution is the best and most peaceful way to
settle these differences. And because Israel is one of the United
States few allies in the Middle East, we need to support them in any
way we can. In this case, it is in the best interest of both of these
groups to peacefully create two-states. And once these states are
developed, they can become stable government with working economies
and give better ways of life to its civilians.
the British's compassion for Jewish Zionist aspirations, caused a big
following of Jewish people into Palestine. The immigration was less
concentrated after WWI, but the Palestinian were fighting and
protesting the Zionist movement for a Jewish state that was
independent. Both of these things is why the British government saw a
need to created to states: one Arab and one Jewish.
I think that a two-state solution is the best and most peaceful way to
settle these differences. And because Israel is one of the United
States few allies in the Middle East, we need to support them in any
way we can. In this case, it is in the best interest of both of these
groups to peacefully create two-states. And once these states are
developed, they can become stable government with working economies
and give better ways of life to its civilians.
fv
Dec 3, 2009, 8:24:52 AM12/3/09
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When the British saw the Zionist movements strength and the large
number of Jews moving into the area after the Balfour Declaration they
decided that splitting the area would help prevent violence between
the Arabs and Jews.
I agree with the two state solution and I feel that the US should
support Israel but not be openly biased to the Paelistinians. The US
could also act as peacekeepers between the two nations if the solution
is put into affect.
number of Jews moving into the area after the Balfour Declaration they
decided that splitting the area would help prevent violence between
the Arabs and Jews.
I agree with the two state solution and I feel that the US should
support Israel but not be openly biased to the Paelistinians. The US
could also act as peacekeepers between the two nations if the solution
is put into affect.
Lauren
Dec 3, 2009, 8:29:40 AM12/3/09
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The Balfour Declaration was Britain's way of showing support for the
Zionist movement, the political movement seeking to make the Palestine
a homeland for the Jews. The Muslims living in the Palestine at that
time were outraged that Jewish people were immigrating to "their"
homeland. This problem caused riots in the Palestine, causing the
British to seperate this area into two states.
I agree with the proposed 2-state solution because both groups have
religious ties and rights to that area. The Palestinians have lived in
that area for many years, and because of Israel's orders now, have not
been allowed to migrate back. However, the Israelites are in that area
now. Therefore, as I said, both of these peoples have a right to this
land. Splitting this land would give both of these people a place to
live and it would cease most of the fighting between them. However, I
think the U.S. should be cautious in our attempts to settle this
dispute. We should not damage our alliance with Israel, but we should
not favor them either. The U.S. should aid in negotiations between
these leaders and help both come to some sort of compromise. The city
of Jerusalem causes quite a stir between these groups; therefore, this
city should be a part of a neutral territory, not belonging to one
country or the other. The 2-state solution seems to be the most
logical proposal for this situation.
Zionist movement, the political movement seeking to make the Palestine
a homeland for the Jews. The Muslims living in the Palestine at that
time were outraged that Jewish people were immigrating to "their"
homeland. This problem caused riots in the Palestine, causing the
British to seperate this area into two states.
I agree with the proposed 2-state solution because both groups have
religious ties and rights to that area. The Palestinians have lived in
that area for many years, and because of Israel's orders now, have not
been allowed to migrate back. However, the Israelites are in that area
now. Therefore, as I said, both of these peoples have a right to this
land. Splitting this land would give both of these people a place to
live and it would cease most of the fighting between them. However, I
think the U.S. should be cautious in our attempts to settle this
dispute. We should not damage our alliance with Israel, but we should
not favor them either. The U.S. should aid in negotiations between
these leaders and help both come to some sort of compromise. The city
of Jerusalem causes quite a stir between these groups; therefore, this
city should be a part of a neutral territory, not belonging to one
country or the other. The 2-state solution seems to be the most
logical proposal for this situation.
Hannah
Dec 3, 2009, 6:40:21 PM12/3/09
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1.The Zionist movement and the Balfour Declaration cause thousands of
Jews to immigrate into Palestine. This caused the Arabs to riot, which
started a push for a seperate and independent Jewish state. Because of
these two things, the British government decided to split the region
into 2 separate, autonomous regions.
2. I deffinitely agree with the present day proposed 2-state solution
for the region. It is only fair that Jerusalem should be shared by
both the Muslims and the Jews. Also, the Palestinians deserve to move
back to their homelands. The settlements being built in the West Bank
need to stop. I do not, however believe that the existing settlements
should be dismantled, but rather they should not be further built
upon. I also believe that Israel needs to be recognized by both Hamas
and Fatah, and that they should recieve better security on their
borders. I think the US needs to be firm and assertive in dealing wtih
the negotiations. We deffinitely need to make sure the Jewish
settlements stop getting built. I believe we should also play a role
in convincing Hamas to recognize Israel as an independent nation. It
is also important that we take steps to unify the two parties in
Palestine in order to get further in establishing a two-state peace
plan.
Jews to immigrate into Palestine. This caused the Arabs to riot, which
started a push for a seperate and independent Jewish state. Because of
these two things, the British government decided to split the region
into 2 separate, autonomous regions.
2. I deffinitely agree with the present day proposed 2-state solution
for the region. It is only fair that Jerusalem should be shared by
both the Muslims and the Jews. Also, the Palestinians deserve to move
back to their homelands. The settlements being built in the West Bank
need to stop. I do not, however believe that the existing settlements
should be dismantled, but rather they should not be further built
upon. I also believe that Israel needs to be recognized by both Hamas
and Fatah, and that they should recieve better security on their
borders. I think the US needs to be firm and assertive in dealing wtih
the negotiations. We deffinitely need to make sure the Jewish
settlements stop getting built. I believe we should also play a role
in convincing Hamas to recognize Israel as an independent nation. It
is also important that we take steps to unify the two parties in
Palestine in order to get further in establishing a two-state peace
plan.
bridget
Dec 3, 2009, 9:44:21 PM12/3/09
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The Zionist movement is one within the Jewish community where they
return to their homeland in and around Jerusalem. When Britain
announced Balfour Declaration it prompted a huge number of Jews to
immigrate and the resulting riots in the region forced them to create
a Jewish state. The British government decided that the creation of
two autonomous states would be the best solution.
Although the original creation of a Jewish state in the Middle East
was obviously a mistake it is too late to force the Jews that inhabit
that region to relocate once again. Therefore, I agree with the
purposed two state solution. The two state solution is the only
feasible solution to the current situation. Sadly, I do not think that
it will be achieved while Hamas is in control of the Palestinians.
Another major issue that must be overcome is the lack of official
recognition of the Israeli government. I think that the US or some
foreign power needs to be involved in the peace process because
without an outside view on the issue the two sides will never come to
an agreement especially in regards to who gets control of Jerusalem.
Both sides need to be willing to make land and power sacrifices to the
other side and I do not believe that they are willing to do so at this
point.
Ryan
Dec 4, 2009, 8:09:14 AM12/4/09
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The Zionist movement is the push for a Jewish state of biblical Israel
and Jewish ownership of Jerusalem. The Balfour Declaration allowed
thousands of Jews to move into Palestine. This large move upset the
Arabs in the region, they rioted causing the British government to
create the two state solution.
Though the I do beleive that the Jews have some sort of claim to the
state of Israel, do to the history of their forced departure, I don't
beleive that simply moving thousands of Jews to the area and declaring
it its own state was a mistake. The two-state solution upset many Arab
Muslims, and unfortunately caused much anti-semitism in the
surrounding areas. I don't think however that any other approach would
work now other than to try and get peace settled between Israel and
Palestine. This will be difficult with the inter-country feuding
currently going on between Hammas and Fatah, if the Palestinians
cannot make peace with themselves, it will be impossible to make peace
with people they see as ones who stole their land.
and Jewish ownership of Jerusalem. The Balfour Declaration allowed
thousands of Jews to move into Palestine. This large move upset the
Arabs in the region, they rioted causing the British government to
create the two state solution.
Though the I do beleive that the Jews have some sort of claim to the
state of Israel, do to the history of their forced departure, I don't
beleive that simply moving thousands of Jews to the area and declaring
it its own state was a mistake. The two-state solution upset many Arab
Muslims, and unfortunately caused much anti-semitism in the
surrounding areas. I don't think however that any other approach would
work now other than to try and get peace settled between Israel and
Palestine. This will be difficult with the inter-country feuding
currently going on between Hammas and Fatah, if the Palestinians
cannot make peace with themselves, it will be impossible to make peace
with people they see as ones who stole their land.
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