Israel Palestine

From The Room: War and Peace

January 12, 2009 - ...

From The Room: Brave Democrats Support Massacre in Name of Peace

January 8, 2009 - The Senate voted today on a resolution expressing "unwavering commitment" to Israel and its actions, with all of the criticism placed on Hamas and none on Israel. As ThinkProgress notes, Democrats took the lead...

From The Room: Israel Blames Bernie Madoff for Civilian Casualties

January 6, 2009 - Israeli authorities revealed today that losses from investments with Bernie Madoff, forced Israel to cut one of The Ten Commandments, "Thou Shall Not Kill," and led to the killing of over 600 men, women and children in Gaza. Israel also said Madoff was a member of Hamas, just so they...

From The Room: Dear Israel: Why Won't You Just Roll Over and Die?

January 2, 2009 - Interviewer: I am speaking with Hamas leader and hand model Gadi Al Mawalshammam. Do you see any resolution to the current situation between Israel and Hamas forces? Gadi Al Mawalshammam: No, I do not and may I say, it has become very difficult for us to attack them when they...

FAQ: Israel's birthday

May 7, 2008 - The state of Israel celebrates the big 6-0 this week, a big milestone for the nation that continues to struggle against its neighbors in the Middle East. How did Israel actually come to be, and what lies ahead? You probably won't find out in this FAQ: Israel's...

Israel turns 60, starting to resemble Florida

May 7, 2008 - This week marks sixty years since Israel became a state. In a radio broadcast, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert said, "We remember our children who fought and gave their lives so Israel can live." Ok, Debbie Downer. How 'bout some cheer up in this kibbutz? It's...