The Price for Peace - How do we solve this problem?

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Mon, 06 Jul 2015 18:04:01 -0400

Thought I would share this intersting article from RAND with the RP Members

A groundbreaking analysis reveals what's at stake for both Israelis and Palestinians.

The Price of Peace

How do we achieve it or will we waste another decade trying?

http://www.rand.org/blog/rand-review/2015/06/the-price-of-peace.html

The Price of Peace | RAND

Groundbreaking analysis by a team of RAND economists and policy experts reveals how much Israelis and Palestinians stand to lose from the enduring conflict, and how much they could gain in peace.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 6 at 2015 6:16 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 06 Jul 2015 18:16:31 -0400

Generations of division, anger about oppression, subversion, virulent jihadist hatred of Jews, the prolonged indoctrination of anti-semitism, and a culture which supports violence will likely make it impossible for peace to become a reality. Why? Because neither side will take the steps necessary to end violence. No truces last there so there is no trust.

Response by Sgt Ramon Nacanaynay made Sep 30 at 2015 10:57 AM

Sgt Ramon Nacanaynay — Wed, 30 Sep 2015 10:57:15 -0400

Money is not a good enough reason. Look at the theory of the Hierarchy of Needs. Strangely enough look at MLK jr.s 3 evils - Racism, Extreme Materialism and Militarism. Can we get rid of state-sanctioned war like we got rid of state-sanctioned slavery?

Response by Sgt Ramon Nacanaynay made Oct 3 at 2015 1:32 PM

Sgt Ramon Nacanaynay — Sat, 03 Oct 2015 13:32:26 -0400

Organize. Join Veterans For Peace, Iraq veterans Against the War, Military Families Speak Out, Pax Christi USA, Fellowship Of Reconciliation and/or any of the other religious peace organizations.