NOT THAT THERE WAS EVER MUCH ARRAY:

Israel, US alliance leaves PA in disarray: 'We have leaders, but no leadership' (Majeda El Batsch, April 23, 2004, Agence France Presse)

"The Palestinian leadership finds itself in a position where it is at the mercy of events," leading independent MP Hanan Ashrawi said.

The one-time peace negotiator said the Palestinians had to tidy up their own house if they really wanted the help of the international community in the face of Sharon's plans.

"We cannot appeal to the world while our internal situation is chaotic. We must implement a program of reforms and rectify the disfunctioning of our institutions," she said.

"We cannot begin a diplomatic campaign in the absence of a vision and of a clear strategy. We must draw up plans which can actually be implemented rather than just repeating generalities and slogans, and the Palestinian leadership must assume its responsibilities in this area ... The reality is that we have leaders but no leadership," she added. "The Palestinian people are downcast and have become resigned to defeat."

Which is exactly the point of imposing statehood. The struggle is over. Get on with your own lives and forget about Israel.

Posted by Orrin Judd at April 22, 2004 6:02 PM