Two famous political upheavals – in 1977 and in 1992 – were the expression of public sentiment, which despised the corruption that spread throughout government echelons. Today, it appears that the public is not concerned about revelations of corruption and lack of integrity in its leaders and in order to achieve peace, it is ready to swallow impaired democracy.
The end to the occupation and the separation from the Palestinians are indeed essential goals, however it is doubtful whether this is the only way to achieve these goals – and whether the corrupt elements in the government are the only people who have the power to accomplish this feat. The time has come to generate a "big bang", to build new, strong and worthy foundations for future generations, as we serve as their role model.
