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Yuval Zaliouk is an orchestra conductor with extensive experience in Israel, Europe and the United States.
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By Yuval Zaliouk
February 12, 2007
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People often ask me what is my solution to the Middle East conflict. My response is always why must there be a solution? What is the hurry? Why should we show such eagerness if our enemies do not?
It is clear to me that genuine peace can only come on the day when all her enemies are convinced that Israel is forever indestructible.
Israel is facing many acute challenges that need urgent immediate attention, long before national energies and resources are spent on imaginary "peace now." Tenuous peace, particularly of the kind forced on Israel by outsiders, should never be a priority. On the contrary, as recent history has already proven, "peace plans" of this kind must be vigorously resisted by Israel as they can only lead to its ultimate annihilation.
Furthermore, of course Israel's security is of paramount importance, but the painful sacrifices are worth it only if its citizens know what they are fighting for and what values they are called upon to protect.
Israel's resolve and confidence have suffered serious blows since the critical mistake of the 1993 Oslo Accords. Before peace can be achieved, if at all, Israelis must first know who they are and what they are doing in the Land of Israel. They must repossess their values. This can only be achieved by reconnecting to Israel's Jewish and Zionist heritage.
Here are some of the main points I would offer as my platform had I ran for office. My promise to the voters would be never to compromise any of these points:
-Israel is the eternal homeland of the Jewish People wherever they are.
-The territory of Israel stretches from the Jordan River to the sea and from the Golan to the
Red Sea and includes Judea and Samaria.
-Israel's 1949 Armistice Lines are null and void.
-The security fence will be torn down.
-The eternal Capital of Israel is Jerusalem.
-There is no room for another country within the above borders.
-Israel will not actively seek peace with its enemies until they recognize its existence within its borders.
-Jewish settlement of the entire Land of Israel is a top national priority and will be encouraged and financially supported.
-Hebrew is the official language of Israel.
-Israel grants full equality before the law to all its loyal citizens.
-Non Jewish citizens must accept the destiny of the Jewish State, its culture, traditions and beliefs.
-Just like Americans and citizens of all countries, only those who take a loyalty oath to the Jewish State of Israel and its principals, will be considered loyal citizens.
-All Knesset members must be loyal to Israel's values and aspirations.
-A Constitution based on the above principals must be introduced.
-The State of Israel will encourage and welcome non Jews who wish to become Jewish, emigrate to Israel and accept its destiny.
-Special official State conversion schools will be established for that purpose.
-Jewish education will become top priority. All public grade schools will be required to teach the Bible, Talmud, Jewish heritage, history and literature.
-General education, with emphasis on exact sciences, is also a top priority. Free education for all will be guaranteed from grade school through a university BA degree.
-Israel's economy is based on the principles of free market economy.
-Poverty is unacceptable. All those who are capable must work.
-Those below a certain level of income, the handicapped and the sick, are guaranteed full health insurance and livable income from the State.
-Crime will have zero tolerance. The police force will be increased and trained with the aim of eradicating crime.
-Corruption will also have zero tolerance and will be punished with the utmost severity.
-Israel will seek open cooperation and commerce with all countries of the world without exception.
There are many other issues worthy of attention, but for now I think my platform can ensure Israel's strength and security for generations to come. Is this not what we all wish for?
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