Mar 10 2010
Madman Deterrence Works for Israel. But For How Long?
Having a well-publicized reputation as the most unpredictable and ultra-violent maniac in the neighborhood seems like a decent strategy for getting others to leave you alone. But for Israel, can this strategy translate into long-term security from a nuclear Iran or the threat of being singled out as a pariah state?
From my latest essay in Rediscovering Israel: Little Bombs, Big Bombs and Washing Machines
Who you tryin’ to get crazy with, ese? Don’t you know I’m loco?
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Have to agree with you, although not a popular policy I’m sure amongst many here at BT. Fact is Israel has to learn to get along with its neighbours cauae I’m tired of always having to ’stick-up’ for them.