I've been involved in ties with elements in the Arab world for years now. They wish to establish relations with Israel, but they cannot do so while there is no peace process.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I have often supported Israel, I have often visited the country and want the country to exist and at last find peace with its neighbours.
I think that a strong Israel is the only Israel that will bring the Arabs to the peace table.
The Arabs are ready to accept a strong Israel with nuclear arms - all it has to do is open the gates of its fortress and make peace.
The U.S.-Israel alliance is a core part of our strategic position in the Middle East.
Israel made peace with Egypt, the largest Arab State. There are militant Islamists there, but there is also law. There are agreements and also defense arrangements there.
The anchors of the Arab consensus have long been Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and both are now weakened forces in Arab politics and diplomacy.
I can certainly put myself in Israel's shoes. They are humans just like we are. They want peace and security inside their borders.
There is an alliance between Israel and the United States, and it has never been stronger than at the time of George W. Bush.
I'm on the board of directors for Peace Now, which works tirelessly between the Palestinians and the Israelis to create peace in the Middle East and we've never been closer.
It's not only in Israel's interest but in America's as well to stand with one of its closest and important allies.
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