Reply #10: you misunderstood me

[shira]

Do you believe Hamas victimizes Palestinians, brainwashes children to the extent of encouraging them to be 'martyrs', uses women in the same way (as martyrs) and degrades them?

Remember they just instituted Sharia Law too.

If you believe Hamas victimizes Palestinians - why aren't you concerned that this doesn't get much press or attention that moderate Palestinians need in order to defend against Hamas religious extremists? Isn't it important to come to the defense of moderate Palestinians who need help against Hamas?

I believe it's important to help our friends, those moderate Palestinians who - without question - suffer under Hamas. That makes me pro-Palestinian, but not pro-Palestinian leadership.

By not pointing out the fact that Hamas not only victimizes Israelis but also Palestinians, isn't that a form of pro-Palestinian LEADERSHIP that only prolongs the misery of Palestinians - and delays any prospects for real peace?

It's not anti-Palestinian to hold Hamas responsible for their hate and warcrimes, is it? I would think that by holding them accountable for their actions, this is the way to HELP Palestinians.

You disagree?