Omar:
"On July 20, the U.S. House of Representatives, by an
overwhelming 410-8 margin, voted to unconditionally
endorse Israel's ongoing attacks on Lebanon and the
Gaza Strip. The Senate passed a similar resolution
defending the Israeli attack earlier in the week by a
voice vote, but included a clause that "urges all
sides to protect innocent civilian life and
infrastructure." By contrast, the House version omits
this section and even praises Israel for "minimizing
civilian loss," despite overwhelming evidence to the
contrary. The resolution also praises President George
W. Bush for "fully supporting Israel," even though
Bush has blocked diplomatic efforts for a cease-fire
and has isolated the United States in the
international community by supporting the Israeli
attacks."
Interesting, Omar. In this little paragraph you refer over and over again
to Israeli "attacks," as if Israel is the aggressor. Cause and effect
doesn't seem to be part of your vocabulary. Anytime Israel is involved in
a problem, it's always Israel at fault. You seem very able to block out
important parts of the conflict.
I'm not sure that's such a virtue.
In your relationships, Omar, are you just as capable of blocking out your
own contribution to any conflict? Is every problem always the "other
person's fault" in your life too?
I'm glad I'm not part of your personal life!
Stan Spiegel
Portland, Maine
