The one-state reality vs. a two-state solution: A reply to Akiva Eldar

Pisgat Ze'ev is a SETTLEMENT in East Jerusalem. Stop the malarkey

I realize that the idea of a bi-national state is mentioned, but somehow, the idea that the late Judah Magnes suggested in 1942 is forgotten, as it there was no such proposal. It was trashed in favor fot the Biltmore Platform, but no matter, it is not taught, maybe because Magnes, Buber, Szold, and other very respectable Jews of the Mandatory days, were not members of the WZO. Yeah, they were just plain ordinatry Jews who thought seriously about the issue not as politcians, but as Jews who lived in the Land of Israel.

The problem with all the back and forth arguments about the 'best' or 'realistic ' solution to the 'conflict' is lack of reality check. How is a 2 state solution going to be implemented on the basis of the +/- 1967 borders with 500k settlers in situ. How are the Palestinians in the west bank and the Gaza strip going to have free and unencumbered access to each other without violating the security interests of Israel?. A one state solution, while attractive, on paper, would negate the very premises of the Zionist dream, and will be a prescription for ethnic and religious strife. I believe that only a federative solution is viable as it allows both national to live together while keeping apart in certain important aspect. More importantly, the Palestinians will have equal rights and opportunities. Clearly, the defense of the new federation should be managed by the Israelis who have the know how and experience, although Palestinians should be encouraged to participate as it would be their obligation to defend the federation as well. To implement such a political solution demands bright minds, willing partners, and unconventional thinking.

I fully and again fully agree with Mr Strenger. When will the intelligent peole of Israel come to their senses and become WISE.

your house is partially on his land that you would knock the middle wall and live together ? No. So why should Israel ?