Register here for Challenge on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Challenge-Online-Magazine/121389134601913 The settlements: shrapnel in IsraelÂ’s backside Posted on 23/06/2013 by Yacov Ben Efrat When Naftali Bennett compared the Palestinians to shrapnel in the backside of an IDF soldier, undoubtedly many public figures in Israel identifies with his allegory. Bennett, IsraelÂ’s newest political star and now Economy Minister, asserted it was better to leave the shrapnel where it is than risk paralysis in removing it. Having seen how the political issue was marginalized during the last elections, and how the social protest movement of 2011 embraced the settlers, itÂ’s clear that Bennett isnÂ’t the only one who believes itÂ’s better to leave the shrapnel firmly lodged in IsraelÂ’s backside, which will lead to nothing worse than occasional discomfort. Indeed, Bennett has many partners both inside and outside the Knesset. For more(http://en.daam.org.il/?p=437#more-437) ____________________________________________________________ Virgin Mobile® Unlimited Get Unlimited Data & Messaging On A Prepaid Plan w/Virgin Mobile Now! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/51c71b0ba38f51b0a3da4st03vuc
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