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More refined way of getting money than thuggery.

Reader comment on item: "Palestinian Authority Enjoys New Media Center"
in response to reader comment: Stop the madness

Submitted by M.D'Souza (United States), May 29, 2007 at 18:20

The Palestinians have realized that 7th century thuggery is quite a risky business, and gives them a bad rap around the world in seconds, because of the 21st century technology.

Secondly, it is below the dignity for a terrorist in a full-suit (Abbas) to request money, when he can manipulate the setting for the cameras to give an impression that they are in need of finances.

Thirdly, they know how to influence Condoleezza Rice to sympathize with her 'beloved Palestinians'.

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Title Commenter Date Thread
Stop the madness [75 words]David W. LincolnMay 28, 2007 16:1195045
More refined way of getting money than thuggery. [80 words]M.D'SouzaMay 29, 2007 18:2095045
Preparatory regimes [87 words]David W. LincolnMay 30, 2007 12:5495045

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