Arafat's dead, what's next?
11-09-2004, 09:37 AM
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Arafat's dead, what's next?
With Arafat's passing, what are everyone's thoughts on A) what should be done and B) what Bush will do?
I personally think it is an oppurtunity to greatly change the face of Palestinian/Israeli/US relationships. By greatly change I mean it could improve or worsen...I'm interested to read what other people's opinions are in this matter.
I personally think it is an oppurtunity to greatly change the face of Palestinian/Israeli/US relationships. By greatly change I mean it could improve or worsen...I'm interested to read what other people's opinions are in this matter.
11-09-2004, 10:15 AM
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ditto... the one word that comes to mind is "concession". that is, both Israel and the Palenstinians need to come to the table and have legit discussions on how to (partially) resolve their funk
11-09-2004, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by dub2w
ditto... the one word that comes to mind is "concession". that is, both Israel and the Palenstinians need to come to the table and have legit discussions on how to (partially) resolve their funk
I asked a Palestinian colleague what he thought should be done in this power vacuum, and he said that an election would be the best route, but he was not sure if the Israeli Army would allow Palestinians out of their houses to vote.
I sincerely hope that this power vacuum leads to positive things, but the pessimist in me sees a lot of risk for downside...
11-09-2004, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by BlingBlingBlue
With Arafat's passing, what are everyone's thoughts on A) what should be done and B) what Bush will do?
I personally think it is an oppurtunity to greatly change the face of Palestinian/Israeli/US relationships. By greatly change I mean it could improve or worsen...I'm interested to read what other people's opinions are in this matter.
I personally think it is an oppurtunity to greatly change the face of Palestinian/Israeli/US relationships. By greatly change I mean it could improve or worsen...I'm interested to read what other people's opinions are in this matter.
On a serious note:
His assets should be frozen and the victims' families of his terrorist activities should get his money.
11-09-2004, 02:14 PM
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"I'm not dead yet" -Arafat spokesman speaking on behalf of Yassir
I think it was John Stewart the other evening that put it well;
"Ya know when you're the spokesman for a guy whose in a coma....
you're kinda on your own...."
I think it was John Stewart the other evening that put it well;
"Ya know when you're the spokesman for a guy whose in a coma....
you're kinda on your own...."
11-11-2004, 07:43 AM
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Originally Posted by BADWRX
Yes, the murdering bastard is dead. Feed his carcass to the wolves!!!
He will burn in hell. I will sleep well.
A good day. Another dead terrorist!
He will burn in hell. I will sleep well.
A good day. Another dead terrorist!
Being a Zionist, I'm very happy about this.
Even as I am against the establishment of an independent "palestinian" state within sovereign Israel, Arafat usurped all of his P.M.'s authority in negotiating with Israel, doing his "people" a great disservice.
Also, did you know Arafat was a Christian and not Muslim?
If I ever get a chance, I will **** on his grave.
11-11-2004, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by dahveed
Also, did you know Arafat was a Christian and not Muslim?
If I were you, I'd start getting comfortable with the idea of a palestinian state. Keeping the antagonism up in the long run means only bad things for Israel.
11-11-2004, 10:57 AM
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So none of you have any thoughts on what should be done vs. what you think will be done?
I never doubted that there is much hate for the guy, he was a real piece of work. He is responsible for lots of terrible things. I was just wondering if anyone had thoughts on what to do going forward, now that he is out of the way...
I never doubted that there is much hate for the guy, he was a real piece of work. He is responsible for lots of terrible things. I was just wondering if anyone had thoughts on what to do going forward, now that he is out of the way...
11-11-2004, 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by BlingBlingBlue
So none of you have any thoughts on what should be done vs. what you think will be done?
I never doubted that there is much hate for the guy, he was a real piece of work. He is responsible for lots of terrible things. I was just wondering if anyone had thoughts on what to do going forward, now that he is out of the way...
I never doubted that there is much hate for the guy, he was a real piece of work. He is responsible for lots of terrible things. I was just wondering if anyone had thoughts on what to do going forward, now that he is out of the way...
Arafat gone is a step in the right direction for sure though.