Hamas: Palestinians Vote Their Conscience

Some people will want to say that certain people, lesser people incapable of governing themselves, don't mesh well with Democracy. They cite the Hamas victory in Arab-run Palestine as proof.

This would be a wrong assessment. Democracy worked in Arab-controlled Palestine and we are going to see the fruits of this noble endeavor. You see, the people in Palestine have certain expectations of their elected officials. The Hamas leadership was elected because they promised (as so many candidates do) to "clean up the corruption". Ha! When the leadership fails to deliver, what then? Hamas clearly states their hate for Israel. How will that belief be manifested?

For so long now, wide-eyed idealists have painted the Arabs as victims, painted their few terrorists and terrorist methods as noble and portrayed Israel as a big, bad, merciless bully when Israel beat back and now, enclosed a seriously dangerous beast. But the Arab people have spoken, haven't they? Clearly and unequivocally their voice is heard.

Iran leadership claps their hands in malevolent delight while other leaders rub their aching temples in frustrated dismay. Why? There is nothing better than bringing a little light to the subject and this Democratic vote has done just that. We know where the people stand. Or do we?

The Arab people will decide whether they prefer war or building a better life. Either way, a change must happen. Some fear a civil war. Again, why? The Arabs in Palestine must decide what they really want. A little bloodshed might clarify their desires, or they may anihilate themselves, either way the problem hopefully will once and for all resolve.

Should they unite and decide to "push Israel into the sea". Let them try. A clearly declared war is much easier to fight than a nebulous "skirmish".

Before you accuse me of warmongering, consider this: Israel and the Arabs have been warring now for many years. Just because it hasn't been declared, doesn't make it so. No doubt some on both sides feel battle fatigue and seek peace. I'm guessing that the current Democratic vote has been strengthening all around. Israel should now know that appeasement never satisfies anyone.

The people have spoken. What will they do?