[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 167 (Thursday, December 16, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2156]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  ADVANCING PEACEFUL NEGOTIATIONS IN THE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT

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                               speech of

                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 15, 2010

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I believe that we must advance a negotiated 
peace process in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. However, I have 
concerns that H. Res. 1765 only addresses one of the issues that is 
impeding lasting peace in the region. For the United States to be an 
honest, effective broker of peace, we must take into account the roles 
that all parties play in the conflict.
  Particularly now, as we try to rebuild the potential for direct 
talks, we must weigh our actions based on how effectively they will 
advance the likelihood of all parties coming to the negotiating table. 
I strongly support American diplomatic efforts to mediate a two-state 
solution, and I believe we must direct our efforts towards balanced 
measures that lay the strongest possible foundation for a peaceful 
resolution.

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