Deda,for Palestinians unfortunate to have lived in Israel these past 50 years, the situation has been particularly "terrible." So much so that it's not reasonable to use "democracy" and "Israel" in the same breath. Apologies if you appreciate this already - from your post, it wasn't absolutely clear.

Kim, if that's what you think, what does it matter what particular words you used to say it? If you're against the bombing, at least until some sensible response can be devised, I'm delighted to hear it, and I owe you a big apology. Are you against the bombing?