Comments on: At last a UK PM urging ‘justice’ for the Palestinians

By: Mary Rizzo

Mary Rizzo — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:09:26 +0000

Well said, David! This is absolutely what I think.

By: David Kennedy

David Kennedy — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:33:34 +0000

To say: "don't trust politicians" is a truism, and this is no less true in the cae of Brown than it was of his predecessor.

We are witnessing the implementation of a plan, worked out years ago, for a New World Order. Israel plays a vital part in this plan, which is backed by some of the world's most powerful people. Brown, Blair, and many of their colleagues in almost all political parties in Britain are part of this plan.

There will be a place for Palestinians, but it won't be in Palestine, or anywhere else that the Israelis have their eyes on for themselves. Subjugating Islam is part of the plan. Unfortunately for them, Islamic countries occupy land that is rich in oil. These countires will be allowed to live in peace as long as they are controlled economically, and politically through puppets rulers, by the West. The Palestinians have no powerful champion, unlike Israel, which is propped up by the USA for reasons of its own.

Sadly, there will be no justice for Plaestinians until there is a seismic shift in political thinking among the powerful countries of the world. It is difficult to see what could bring this about, other than a massive natural disaster.

By: Mary Rizzo

Mary Rizzo — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:50:26 +0000

http://www.redress.cc/global/slittlewood20080723

oy oy, his speech to the Knesset was terrible. Stuart Littlewood wrote a great piece about it here on Redress.

By: Mary Rizzo

Mary Rizzo — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:56:30 +0000

Was there a filmed speech? This would be good to have sound bites from. Reading the BBC account of it, it seems to be all "referred"..

I agree with Aisha here, politicians would be slammed hard if they even suggested that things were less than hunky dory in Israel, and in America this is truer than anywhere else.

But, using the word Justice, I hope someone asks him to elaborate on the theme! Then we will know what it really means to him.

By: Crystal

Crystal — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:40:28 +0000

Dear Iqbal…
It's a nice gesture from Brown and it seems sincere; future will tell how heartfelt this apology is. Actions must follow words.

By: A'isha Rafeeq

A'isha Rafeeq — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:34:54 +0000

Salaam Igbal-
I am hopeful and happy to hear of Brown's committment to Palestine. In times where very few leaders/politican's step forward to stop or oppose this massive genocide-this is a good sign. If more leaders from around the world took steps such as Brown perhaps a coalition of support will be effective in bringing to light the atrocities which are taking place-and-an end to the occupation.
I applaud Brown in his stance on Palestine. Here, if a politician or "running candidate" were to show spport for Palestine, severe ramifications would follow from certain lobby groups -which runs this country and that politician's career would quickly go down hill. However, to initially agree to the current underpinnings of political needs-and once in office-I hope that initial beliefs, ethics, morals and obligations to Palestine will be followed out. However, as we know all these "leaders" are under a select few-who run things and determine what WILL be done-worldwide…it is this powerful group which politicians or candidates must deal with and deter their agenda and missive. Not an easy task. Hence my respect for Brown in his dedication and public declaration.
On the other hand, I also agree with Mary. She brought out some very valid points. The issue I think however lies in the strength and conviction of Brown's determination to free Palestine, while at the same time placating to the powerful lobby groups which are pro-genocide-which can make or break his career. In order to do this-he must tread carefully and gain enough support and backing so as to not lose his postion and hence his ability to intervene. As Mary pointed out– " you are from the mighty people of Hebron, the place of miracles," (Mary Rizzo, 2008) and I believe in miracles and I believe in the srong and beautiful people of Palestine who have suffered so long and yet remain standing in faith, determination, peace and hope. Palestine shall prevail.
Yours in Peace, love and solidarity
A'isha

By: Saleh

Saleh — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:23:38 +0000

It is nice and a kind of him (the UK PM), but I am afraid he will not be able to come back to his home or to continue his duties there, as only little parties in there agree with his ideas, although he has only talked about humanity issues, and not about the whole occupation.

But still it is better than nothing, and we should all be optimistics for the occasion.

Thanks,

By: Mary Rizzo

Mary Rizzo — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:29:10 +0000

Iqbal, while I share your hope, I don't share your optimism! But then again….. you are from the mighty people of Hebron, the place of miracles, so perhaps, in the end you are right.

I looked at the BBC report of the event, and this is why I'm pessimist:
1) photo op with skullcap at Yad Vashem. Why can he not don a symbol of support of Palestinians and visit some site where there has been tragic loss of Palestinian lives because of racism?

2) He will support investments, not for things that perhaps mean more to Palestinians, like hospitals, but to enhance the security forces for Abbas.

3) He calls for the Palestinian state and uses the codeword "security" for Israel.

well, there are other things, and time will tell which of us has the right attitude.