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We’re not going anywhere
Sara K. Eisen
Published: 09.06.10, 17:33
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31. We’re not going anywhere
miriyal Laham ,   London   (06.09.10)
Ok...Ok... now you the jewish has ther own country, Israel, than why they still living abroad than ? we see jewish in USA and Europ, why the jiwish dont live in Israel ?? this is the question .
32. Bravo Sarah
miko ,   usa   (06.09.10)
It doesn't matter how many times we(jews) remind the world about the constant hatred of the jews, we will always be persecuted and treated like animals(maybe worse). That is why all jews have to stick together and show to all the jew-haters that we will not accept history to repeat itself and that we will certainly fight till the last drop of blood.
33. Sara, BRILLIANT article !!!
Shira ,   Israel   (06.09.10)
My sentiments exactly !!! Thank you so much!
34. Thomas is a secret saleslady 4 a well known freight company
Alan ,   SA   (06.09.10)
35. So, what is your solution???
Mikesailor ,   Miami, FL   (06.09.10)
The Jews, according to the article, are not going anywhere.The Palestinians, likewise, are not foing anywhere. The Jews have all the military power and have shown no compunction against using it against the Palestinians. So, what is your solution to this conundrum? Actually, Thomas had a point which has been obscured. Why should Jews from America, Europe or anywhere else be able to move onto land, belonging to others for centuries, and immediately be given the right to brutalize and occupy the indigenous natives? I know the thief always views his victims with contempt, but haven't you taken things a bit too far? How long does your excuse of 'perpetual victimhood" endure?
36. Helen
Hazem Ali ,   Norway   (06.09.10)
62 years of Israeli trials to change the truth never succeeded, and deny the Palestinians rights of this land .Today its Helen who raised her voice and told the truth but, unfortunately as always the Zionist lobby applied pressure to make her resign after 60 years in this career, its shame for the journalists to be happy for the consequences of a speech reflecting cant be hidden truth.
37. A few historical errors
Eliyahu Konn ,   Yrushalayim   (06.09.10)
1. Judaism absolutely did not found Xtianity. They are polar opposites. Shema Yisroel HaSheim Elokeinu HaSheim Echad! There is no two or three! If anyone was a pesky Jew it was Ribi Yehoshua and he was only pesky to the Hellenists, the betrayers. As #21 pointed out there was no Jzeus. 2. The term Palestine was coined after 135 CE not before. 3. When did Israel become a champion of gay rights? Only in our nightmares.
38. Good intentions...
Jerusalem   (06.09.10)
This article has great intentions, and the overall point is correct and well taken. The historical accuracy of Jewish migration shows, at best, elementary knowledge of Jewish history. Please check historical facts before writing an article calling someone an idiot for not knowing their history...
39. Bravo!
Gee ,   Zikron Yaakov   (06.09.10)
We are here to stay. I just love it every single problem in the world is caused by Jews wanting to live in their own homeland just as international law states. All these 'humanitarians' that use words like international law and yet ignore the fact that there is no such international laws.
40. Sara K. Eisen
Joshua ,   USA   (06.09.10)
KUDOS!!!! Simple truth - eloquently uttered and hopefully to be read by millions.
41. Israel's solution is same as final solution for Seminoles
Mikesailor ,   Miami, FL   (06.09.10)
We exterminated the local Indians and stole their lands. Now we hypocritically lament this chapter in our history but are glad that the wheel cannot turn back. Israel will be much more humane than we ever were and gently return the Arabs back to their homeland of Hejaz. The ones who do not want to return to that burning desert will have to convert to Judaism. A small group of the hardest core Jihadis that will refuse either solution will have to be put down forever. Middle East problem solved like in Florida!
42. Good that Helen Thomas's mask finally slipped.
SM ,   UK   (06.09.10)
Good piece of writing and a lesson to all the simletons and anti semites, especially from western countries who post comments on this site. Some are just graduates of the 'university of soundbites and easily led, more sad than bad and completely ignorant of history, unwittingly serving a sinister agenda (ie The islamo facsist plan to liberate 'Palestine') they dont understand, while others are motivated by a hatred for Israel, in other words,Jews. In their make believe world it's all black and white, Israel bad, Palestinians innocent victims. Helens real crime was that she didnt hide behind the usual platitudes and slogans. Anti semitism is fine as long as it's dressed up in 'anti Israel' slogans. Poor lady just went too far!! In fact It's been a good couple of weeks for exposing lies and falsehoods, note the foolish western activists and their 'story' about heroically fighting off the 'brutal Israeli's' with just sticks !! When millions of people all over the world saw just the opposite on their TV's, though, many of course just pretended not to notice. The fact that they chose to join a convey organised by the Turks who ban any meaningful debate about their crimes against the Kurds and Armenians makes them look very foolish, just like Helen.
43. #28 So why DO you hate us?
rebecca ,   modiin   (06.09.10)
You indicate that it is because of all the "murder" in the last 62 years. Yet you do not HATE the suicide bombers from the Arabs. You do not hate Hamas for the rockets they throw at us. And you do not hate the Arabs for the murders they commit on their own people. Even if you hate us for 62 years of "murder" since we had our own state again, why did you hate us before that? Sorry you hate us, because you do. And I give up how to appease you. You're not worth it.
44. #14 - lies?!
ophir ,   nyc   (06.09.10)
Hey Dani, it's one thing when someone in a talkback exxagerates or 'lies' about history...it's a completely different thing when leaders of nations fabricate history in an attempt to delegitimize a race!! and far worse when these fabrications are then printed in mass volumes and circulated to the next generations via classroom textbooks - which is the current situation in gaza. hitler did it as well...look where that landed us. u don't specify where you're from, but if u r from the u.s. like myself, you would be a 'good' Jew if u got off your ass and began spreading the word about the upcoming global anti-semitism and at least prepare the 'naive Jew' from staying too long in unwelcoming lands. this is what i devote my free time to nowadays. Jews don't belong anywhere BUT Israel...period. peace is not a viable option but Shalom anyway!
45. HOLD ON Sara K. Eisen!!
Arabi ibn Arabi ,   the Arab LAND   (06.09.10)
You’re talking about ancient Hebrew as you are their descendant!! Father Ibrahim and his offspring weren’t Blondiny or speak yaddish!! the Jews of Europe are not ethnically jews? they are Europeans who convert to Judaism. you are far different from other jews (Mizrahi) culturally, linguistically (yaddish), and even religiously. also look at your features!! you look more white then some British, French or Germen people! that’s why the Europeans and Americans loves and supports you.. so go home and live with your people. you must understand that you never ever will fit among us the middle eastern people. the only way you are among us is by force..one day you will lose that power…guess the rest!! Btw it’s not Muslim vs. Jews because history witness how real jews enjoyed living among Muslim (their heritage and the pureness of their belief was preserved under the Muslims until the European involvement in the Middle East) Mizrahi Jews knows the truth and they stick to their eastern heritage and customs. they are the one who are really deserve their own state among the Arabs.
46. #27 Very interesting point you brought up
Janice Cohen ,   ירושלים   (06.09.10)
except in Arabic it's with an "F". But no matter which way you slice the cake, it's a name the Romans gave to humiliate the Jews and they've just latched onto it.
47. #45 Ibn Arb, it's none of your business, you belong to Arbia
Mikesailor ,   Miami, FL   (06.09.10)
Leave all the conquered lands of your Empire, return it to the rightful natives and repatriate to the Hejaz where you belong. What Jews are or are not is none of your business, they will accept or reject anyone they see fit in their forefathers homeland. Maybe you were not blond or red headed or with blues eyes but ancient Jews had different complexions 3000 years ago. Read their Bible as you have to, but in Hebrew, not your corrupted version, and you'll find out.
48. 90% of all jews in the world are non-semitic people !
palestinian ,   las vegas, nevada   (06.09.10)
The vast majority of jews in the world are not even semites! How do these people call Palestine home when they are clearly of European descent? Abraham and his people were semites for sure, just as the arabs are all semites, but most jews today are not. We need to be clear about this.
49. Genetic study sheds light on Jewish diaspora
Greg ,   UK   (06.09.10)
See http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/science_and_environment/10276393.stm It's science, not propaganda.
50. We're not going
debbie ,   israel   (06.09.10)
Thanks, Sarah Eisen, for telling this ugly old woman, like it is!
51. just pure hate, that is all, just hate
yehoshua ,   usa   (06.10.10)
52. #3: Did you bother do read history at all?
Vardina   (06.10.10)
Palestinians were there before God was God? Where were the "palestinians" when Moses brought down the 10 commandments from Mount Sinai? What about the Israeli and Judean Kingdoms? Were those Arab Palestinians? What about the holy temple where on top of its ruins the Muslims built their Mosque and in doing so desecrated the most sacred of Jewish sites? What about the house of the Hashmonaim? You have got to learn a lot before criticizing unles facts do not disturb you in forming an opinion completely alienated from historical facts. I would blush if I were you...
53. Look who is talking about incapability...
Vardina   (06.10.10)
54. Believe me u will leave palestine one day !!
Abbas ,   Ramallah   (06.10.10)
all palestine from river to sea...
55. HELEN THOMAS ; SHOW ME WHO
LAWRENCE ,   SAFED ISRAEL   (06.10.10)
Show me who your friends are ,and I'll show you who you are .Ms .Thomas is what 's known as "a paper -bag job."
56. So much truth in this article....
Ginette Golden ,   Toronto, Canada   (06.10.10)
Wonderful Sara K. Eisen, you are by large my new found hero...those "pesky Jews" sure can write!! I only have a tiny question: why put a photo of which-like face (Ms Thomas) instead of your picture because I suspect you are as beautiful on the outside than you are on the inside. To all of you anti-Semites and anti-Israel, read my lips, we aren't going anywhere...take that to the freaking bank!
57. # 54 Abbas in Ramallah
Ginette Golden ,   Toronto, Canada   (06.10.10)
ooouuuuuuuuuuh, I am shaking in my booties!
58. We're sick of moving all the time..
D. H. Withers ,   Birmingham, AL USA   (06.10.10)
This is simply delicious!! The name, 'Palestine', of course, only appears in the history books after 135 A.D. or C.E. (whichever) when the vindictive Romans decided to change Israel's name to 'Palestine' (Anglicanized version). Also at that time, the name of Jerusalem was changed to Aelia Capitolina. In the latter case, thankfully, the moniker switch didn't stick! Again, excellent article, Sara Eisen!
59. Over the rainbow
Harvey London ,   London and Tel Aviv   (06.10.10)
Ding Dong the witch is dead Repect to the Munchkins . Seriously Helen , what will be your lasting epithet ,your legacy of good words and deeds . Try "I was a bigot and antisemite " for starters . Too bad this came out so late in the day.Still better late then never . You will not be missed except maybe by Hezbollah . Nice company you keep!
60. You Miss The Point
RickD ,   USA   (06.10.10)
When asked for a comment about Israel Thomas said "The Jews should get the hell out." After being asked where they should go she had to think a while and then said "Back to Poland and Germany." She doesn't care where they go. Focusing on her comment that they should go to Poland and Germany is missing the point. Her point was they should get out. I think she'd be happy if they all just take a cyanide pill. That was her implication. An explanation of why Jews were in Poland and Germany is just missing the point. She couldn't care less. She hates Israel. Always has.
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