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[aranthus]

7. So you're going with stupidity and bureaucratic inertia.

Maybe the US believed in an internationalized Jerusalem 70 years ago, but today that's an absolutely stupid policy that ignores reality, morality, and our own interests. The idea that the final status of West Jerusalem should be determined by negotiations is insane. And no, recognizing the fact that West Jerusalem is Israel's capital doesn't give up on the two state solution at all. Why is it intelligent to pander to Arab meanness? Do you think that they won't make peace with Israel unless Israel gives up all of Jerusalem? Then screw them. In fact, taking a strong stand on Jerusalem might just show the Arabs that there is a real power in Washington, and might just give that power some maneuvering room to pressure Israel in other areas like moving the settlements.