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Hastings: Israel had “no other choice”

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By Michael C. Bender | Monday, December 29, 2008, 03:53 PM

From U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings, D-Miramar, this afternoon:

It is regrettable that in response to Hamas’ refusal to negotiate with Israel and continue its ceasefire, Israel was forced into this situation. Hamas has chosen war over peace. Israel has but no other choice to respond and protect its citizens.

Continue reading for the full statement.

U.S. Representative Alcee L. Hastings (D-Miramar) issued the following statement today regarding on-going events in Israel and the Gaza Strip:

“I, like so many others, am deeply troubled by the on-going events in Israel and the Gaza Strip.

“It is regrettable that in response to Hamas’ refusal to negotiate with Israel and continue its ceasefire, Israel was forced into this situation. Hamas has chosen war over peace. Israel has but no other choice to respond and protect its citizens.

more: http://www.palmbeachpost.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/palmbeach/floridapolitics/entries/2008/12/29/hastings_israel_had_no_other_c.html

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