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Old 08-01-2014, 12:24 PM   #1470
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Originally Posted by Chill Cosby View Post
Israel is a democracy, but there is nothing liberal or modern about it.
Too far.

I think Israel is an undeniable liberal democracy, and is very modern. There is much to admire.

However, I do think that under times of duress, societies can ebb and flow temporarily into unfamiliar territory that strays them from their guiding principles. The US after 9/11 is a textbook example.

I have faith that Israel will right the ship. This just happens to be a time when those with the loudest voice aren't necessarily those that best represent the long term direction and character of the nation.
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