>Do you disagree that building settlements in disputed territory which is almost entirely populated by Arabs is a provocative act? The settlers are going out of their way to be pugnacious.
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>Mike, the original statement, by Tracy, which you agreed with, stated unconditionally that settlement were illegal. I am challenging that fact.
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>Whether settlements are practical is a matter of debate - I am asking Tracy (and you, since you played, "ditto"), on what specific points of law are West Bank settlements "illegal".

I'm choosing not to continue this conversation (which has turned into a debate). Just not enough time to do so, and I also think that it would be unproductive. I strongly disagree with your views, but I'll end it there.