I appreciated the OUTLOOK publishing the two articles on GA actions regarding Israel and Palestine (August 11), though I was dismayed by the titles of the articles as found on the Contents page (page 3.) Labeling the articles "A Palestinian Take on the General Assembly" and "An Israeli Take on the General Assembly" does a disservice to the readers of the OUTLOOK and to the authors and their attempts to focus on their perception of ways to peace and justice in the Middle East. It sets up the articles in a "partisan" way, which is exactly what (the) Rev. Wimberly says we should avoid! For me, the best way to see the true situation in Israel and Palestine is to go there. The Israel Palestine Mission Network Web site (<http://www.israelpalestinemissionnetwork.org> ) … lists trips that explore many sides of the issue. This year's General Assembly encouraged Presbyterians to take pilgrimages and trips to Israel and Palestine "that are in harmony with our principles"--- especially ones that include visiting with Christian laypeople and clergy and talking to both Israeli and Palestinian human rights groups. These trips also visit the historic sites of the land that is holy to Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Seeing is, indeed, believing! Go and see! Polly Johnson
Louisville, Ky.
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