I think the Palestinians have to be saved from themselves and from their leadership....I am very sympathetic to their overall situation, but would do what it takes to suppress the terrorism. And part of what it takes is occupation. The key question is by whom, and with what constraints on the behavior of the occupiers. People who are less involved in the whole mess must be the occupation force. You can have good security without harassment. Much of the occupation force must be female and a lot of the problems with a predominantly male force will be avoided. As well, women who must go through invasive or embarassing searches must have this done by other women, especially where there is a very traditional culture. I won't ask these women to do what I wouldn't do myself, so therefore, I will volunteer, as I have mentioned before.

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