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Palestinians have lost all rights to statehood after their decades long attacks and wars against Israel.

In my humble opinion.

Fair enough, DBC.  And, I appreciate your insight.

I would only clarify that Palestine, is not Hamas.  I realize this is hard to see, but much like stereotyping of blacks eating watermelon, or liberals all being gay, it is just that, a stereotype.  Palestinians have made a grave mistake allowing a "terrorist" organization into their midst, no doubt.  This will negatively affect their ability for statehood for a good deal of time.  There is NO question Hamas are TERRORISTS!  Period; end of discussion about Hamas!  

I would rather choose to re-word your statement as..."Palestinians have severely compromised their right to statehood...as a result of their allowing a terrorist organization, Hamas, to speak and act on their behalf, and integrate into their civilian population".  No, I'm not making excuses; you know me; I don't lie.

I will not make excuses for why some cultures of people allow this to happen, but sadly sometimes it is the Arab way (which is one of the reasons I don't like the Arab culture).

I only ask one thing...let's keep the Palestinians, and Hamas / Hezbollah, separate.  Yes, the Palestinians are sorely mistaken for allowing these TERRORISTS into their society, but this does not diminish all those who refuse these actions (and there are quite a few, even the majority).