Reply #23: I disagree that the exchange is useless, the fact that the children

[Jefferson23]

return to camp after the performance is what makes this a powerful opportunity, the imagery is riveting or should be and possibly could be by the elders, if given the chance. ALL children are beautiful human beings, ALL deserve to be treated as such, and the contact may have some rethink their support of the occupation. Of course, I agree with you that the Holocaust survivors should be at the forefront, they should in fact be weeping for these children! And perhaps one day more will, but continue to control the contact, the less likely you will see that result.

The benefit for the children is already evident from the statements the young man made himself. I do not see that he nor the group are being exploited, quite the contrary. The children seem to know instinctively that they are on the moral high ground at the very least, as being able to recognize and sympathize with the oppressor even if the oppressor can't afford you the same. That takes great strength, a quality I would hope those listening to them play their music would recognize.

Consider this too, I wonder how many Palestinian children are even aware of the treatment by those who govern Israel has been like to the survivors of the Holocaust, it has not always been a pretty picture. Point being, corrupt leadership knows no bounds, despite what their rhetoric claims.

*edited for clarity.