How do we keep the momentum for peace going beyond expressing wishes and hopes? There are governmental policies that need to be implemented and there is a wider sphere of private, institutional, and individual endevours that have to be undertaken to finally end this conflict:
First, help build the underpinnings of a Palestinian state on the ground. A security system that imposes law and order and puts an end to lawlessness in the territory must be implemented and controlled by the Palestinian Authority. … Second, an economic system that balances the immediate needs for jobs and the rebuilding of infrastructure with a sound development plan leading to economic viability and independence that will put an end to hand-outs and subsidy. … Third, defeat defeatism. Cynics on all sides may or may not be wise, but they are hurtful. The worst of them are beneficiaries of a status quo that leaves them privileged and free to utter words with no obligations or sacrifices. Access the full article>>
