well here's the actual quote regarding the settlements:
As we make progress towards security, Israel forces need to withdraw fully to positions they held prior to September 28, 2000. And consistent with the recommendations of the Mitchell Committee, Israeli settlement activity in the occupied territories must stop.
this falls far short of what i was hoping for. it seems to only call on the israelis to stop building new settlements. i don't think the arab street will think it's acceptable either.
i do agree with his assment of chairman arafat however:
Posted by drewish at June 24, 2002 03:54 PMI call on the Palestinian people to elect new leaders, leaders not compromised by terror. I call upon them to build a practicing democracy, based on tolerance and liberty. If the Palestinian people actively pursue these goals, America and the world will actively support their efforts.
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