Lebanese political scientist Ghassan Salame had it right when he said, " The P.L.O. leaders were archetypical petit bourgeoisie."
From Beruit to Jerusalem by Thomas L. Freidman
The best book you will ever read if you want to figure out the 'real' Middle East.
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Life's jounney is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn-out shouting, "Holy sh*t! What a ride!" - unknown
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