There is no such thing as a disproportionate response to calls for genocide

Every day, throughout the Arab world calls for the genocide of Jews and the eradication of Israel are a part of the fabric of those societies.

State sponsored and controlled school curriculum, media and even religious instruction all reinforce that truth.

Israel has every right to defend herself as she sees fit. History has taught that no matter how well meaning, Europeans and others cannot be counted on to stand up. When push comes to shove, Jews are best served when acting in their own defense.

That Hamas was freely elected is of little import. Hitler too, came to power by manipulating the democratic process. Had the allies bombed Berlin in 1939, up to 50 million lives would have been spared. Hitler tried to camouflage his actions- Hamas cannot be bothered. The people of Gaza knew exactly who and what they were voting for.

Given that Hamas and much of the Arab world have repeatedly 'promise to finish what Hitler started', Israel's actions ought not cause anyone a moments loss of sleep.

This is such a dangerous concept I can't believe it is made. What else in the world can we grant carte blanche freedom to our rulers to circumvent all concepts of human rights. To me it is like the 'One Percent Doctrine'. That is if there one percent risk of terrorist attack on US, they must act as if a certainty! The political 'principle of proportionality' to which I adear subscribe is that governments should only act as far as is necessary. That is is, as far as is necessary. This point There can produce be no rational reason for going beyond this idea! When two waring factions continually look to present 'credible deterrence' every threat must be met with ultimate anger and aggression. aggression, retribution must always be sought. There can be no peace without an end to this mentality and the rising mentality. This and a great will not end until rising of a great and people are take the first and back an inspirational comes toward peace with an willing take the first step toward peace with extend