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furman

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Wed Oct-11-06 12:24 PM
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41. Palestinians miss an opportunity every single day

Palestinians must renounce terror, formally recognize Israel's right to existence, and adhere to past agreements with Israel.
Only then can there be a foundation for peace.

Given recent statements by Hamas, it appears that this is unlikely in the near future.
Haniyeh: Hamas Won't Recognize Israel
Sun Oct 8, 2006 6:55 PM EDT
http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2006/10/08/391048-haniyeh-hamas-wont-recognize-israel

Below is a source with population statistics in the region over time.
It shows that by the year 1822 there were about 24,000 Jews there.

Demography of Palestine & Israel, the West Bank & Gaza
http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/History/demograhics.html

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