I'm fairly sure we were all expecting it, but...

is going to push for a Palestinian State. He apparantly holds the Arabs close to his heart and dismisses Israel, regarless of his claims otherwise. I was amazed at how rude he was to Bibi Netanyahu in their meeting the other day; looking away from him while talking and refusing to make eye contact. Bibi sat perched on the edge of his chair like he was ready to pounce on Obama. These two guys have no love lost for each other. I think it bodes poorly for Israel if they're relying on the Obama Adm. as an ally.

Good post Ender.

Interesting piece. Your distinction regarding Iran's "best interests" is especially compelling.
As to your last question, it appears that many/most Palestinians and Israelis share common DNA -see here
http://209.85.173.132/search?q=cache:I0EmXe6a20MJ:www.globa lpolitician.com/2851-palestinians+palestinian+mtdna+results &hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=1&gl=us

Can't we all just get along?

Did you see the video of Netanyahu and the Sail Eared Simpleton. Obama was slouched with his shoulders hunched up. He looked like he was expecting to get hit. Netanyahu was leaning forward on his toes and was GLARING at Obama. He looked like he wanted to jump out of the chair and punch Obama RIGHT IN THE MOUTH :). I GUARANTEE he had a 3 word answer for Obama’s Proposal. GFY!

Answer? Well, I have said this before and it may seem fairly odd (or radical, depending on your POV) -- Israel should declare a P-State via whatever land they choose. Then, when the first rocket crosses into Israel, declare war and get it over with.

Great thread comments thus far too! Great blog post and thanx.

I have been following this ploy by BHO to take out BIBI,. Well, BIBI came out of the mt. with more cred than Barry. The Jerusalem Post has much more on this. Frankly, I would rather trust Mossad in the protection of our national security than BHO. Good points. Drop by and rant at my two last blogs , one on this very subject. Thanks ender.

Very powerful poem, Ender! I hesitate to put prezbo in the bear`s category though. He has proven himself to be a lightweight. Netanyahu is like David v Goliath and Israel is holding on. The question of what will happen next could be answered when prezbo gives another of his historic speeches in Egypt. He will bow down to the Muslims. Good blog!