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Israel Israel

Israel, Israel, oh promised land, rise above Netanyahu, and take a stand.. Gaza's been blown to a shred. 7,000 Gaze an children are dead. This militant revenge with it's pelleting sting has created a Holocaust of suffering.. Netanyahu's actions will cause you more woe. This incompetent leader needs to go.. It's time to find peace, to negotiate and stop creating more terrorists in wait..

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Martin Challender

Date: 2/16/2024 2:12:00 AM

Powerful stuff. Just came across this.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/16/2024 7:54:00 PM

I know this goes against the grain. But the truth must out: To date, 40% of the '20,000 civilians dead' are actually combatants. This has been consistent over the last three wars with Gaza. Also up to 25% of those killed have been killed by 'friendly fire,' again consistent with past wars. Finally, as proven beyond doubt already, use of hospitals and schools as command and supply centers leads to thousands more innocents killed. So, the REAL TOTAL killed may well be less than 5,000. And this is urban combat, remember. All that said, it's completely justified as well. the Palestinians are the ones trying to commit genocide, not the Israelis. ~ gw

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 1/22/2024 4:01:00 AM

Dear Gershon, I just saw your response recently, so am late in replying . My limited knowledge of the history in this long term conflict is that of aggressive action on both sides and very complicated. It's the human suffering and the aggressiveness of the current Israel leader that motivated me. One can simply voice their opposition to a leader with out taking either side, can't they?

Marcheleo Marcheleo

Date: 1/14/2024 10:08:00 PM

Sadly, Jerusalem will always be a Cup of Trembling until the whole world pay the price...

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 1/22/2024 4:02:00 AM

I really hope they can find a way to live in peace with each other. Thanks for your visit Marcheleo, much appreciated.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/19/2023 5:45:00 AM

So sad to see the loss of life. Much pain in this troubled words. No easy answers.

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 12/31/2023 8:29:00 AM

Hi Vijay, It's a pleasure to hear from you and I thank you for visiting my page a few days prior. There's been a lot of personal stressors for me lately (friend's spouse passed, my ex as been unwell, a friend in Vermont had a heart attack, etc.), so things have been worrisome. Also, the external stressors of the suffering in Gaza and Ukraine. God bless and lets pray for a more peaceful 2024.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/17/2023 12:25:00 AM

You said it all, Nancy your last line sets the stage for the future. Only talking will sort out this madness. Tom

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 12/17/2023 6:22:00 AM

Hi Tom, It's all so incredibly tragic, and my heart grieves for those three young Israel hostages who were murdered while waving a white flag. Merry Christmas Tom and thanks for your comments.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 12/16/2023 5:41:00 PM

Your words are powerful and remind me that peace is needed in the region. I shudder when I think of all the lives lost. Well done, Nancy. Have a great evening, Sara

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 12/17/2023 6:28:00 AM

Hi Sara, I truly appreciate the many talented, empathetic and encouraging poets who share here. I want to thank you personally Ms. Sara and hope you have a very Merry Christmas with your family.

Silent One

Date: 12/16/2023 11:28:00 AM

I think you said it perfectly... sad isnt it.. I feel for the innocent people who have died and those three hostages killed by the IDF when they had white flags... You are right the govt of Israel currently is too right wing, but it is supported by the UK and USA and that gives the free power to do as they wish... sad.. I hope there can be peace in region where there has been nothing but hell..

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 12/17/2023 6:31:00 AM

Dear Silent One, Based on what you have shared, I am certain that you are a meditator. Regardless of our personal beliefs that is one very positive act that all can do where ever they reside, Meditate and pray for peace. Thanks for commenting and God Bless you..

Sotto Poet

Date: 12/16/2023 10:14:00 AM

Your poetic ability never ceases to amaze and delight, Nancy, regardless of the subject matter. If only a more extensive people could surpass the limitations imposed by self-absorbed politicians, there would unquestionably be a significant upheaval in our world. Unfortunately, the current situation is discouraging; however, your eloquent composition and apparent knowledge radiate with brilliance.

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 12/17/2023 6:19:00 AM

Hi Sotto, I wish you a Merry Christmas season with your family and thank you for your very supportive comments. I took a chance writing this and am not sure of how many are aware that Israel's Prime Minister has pending charges to answer to after and when this war ends.

Ink Empress

Date: 12/16/2023 7:35:00 AM

Sigh sad situation really, gut wrenching. If only more would rise beyond the shackles of political narcissists, the world will be a better place, sad situation this is, you’ve written so well and you are well informed i can see. Pleasure reading you always dear nancy. Sending you light always

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 12/16/2023 7:45:00 AM

Thank you for your kind words but no I am not that well informed. It is an extremely complicated situation with it's long history of conflict and yes quite horrific that the innocent bear the consequences of it.