And There's A New Poll and More Opinion Dichotomy

Thanks to Dr. Aaron Lerner of IMRA we now know (in English) that

61% Israelis oppose expected deal with Palestinians

and once again, the dichotomy of Israeli opinion - we want peace and will do all to engage in its making but heck, we don't want a bad peace and don't believe the Arabs want peace - is apparent.

The survey was commissioned by The Orly & Guy Morning Program of Channel 10 TV and conducted by telephone on 22 July.

Results:


Are you for or against Israel entering negotiations with the Palestinians in the wake of the visit of US Secretary of State John Kerry to the region?

Total:
For 59% 
Against 31% 
Other replies 10%
Jews: For 49% Against 41% Other 10%
In principle, are you for or against signing a full peace agreement with the Palestinians on the basis of the 1967 borders, including the exchange of territory and release of prisoners?

Total: 
For 29% 
Against 57% 
Other replies 14%
Jews: For 22% Against 62% Other 16%
Are you for or against signing a peace agreement with the Palestinians on the basis of the 1967 borders, including the evacuation of communities with the exception of settlement blocs, exchange of territory, Palestinians recognition of Israel as the state of the Jewish People, and release of Palestinians with "blood on their hands".

Total: 
For 26% 
Against 61% 
Other 13%
Jews: For 18% Against 71% Other 11%


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