Question: Is Israel’s release of Palestinian prisoners a constructive sign of good faith or just a futile attempt at placating its enemies?

 

 


 

Israel is always progressing toward peace, but its attempts are not recognized by the Arab world. Where is the Palestinian offer? Is it a fair trade when Israel has to release hundreds of convicted felons just to be recognized? Israel needs to be more focused on protecting itself. Releasing prisoners is a futile gesture.

– Chava Reznick, student

 

 

 

 


 

It’s a useless act. Israel always seems to be taking the first step to peace, but this is never matched or reciprocated by its neighbors. Maybe the Palestinians need to meet some conditions prior to Israel’s releasing prisoners. This doesn’t seem like an equal partnership for peace.

Eric Moed, student



 

 

 

 


 

It really depends on who the prisoners are. If they are actual terrorists, they shouldn’t be released. What lesson does a criminal learn if he is prematurely discharged? I don’t know what else would work, though.

Bonnie Hodul, student



 

 

 


It’s a great symbol and makes a powerful statement about Israel’s integrity. The idea itself is risky but good. Hopefully it will have a ripple effect for peace.

– Rachel Schuster, student

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Ita Yankovich is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in various Jewish and secular publications. She also teaches English and Literature at Kingsborough College and Touro College. She can be reached at [email protected].