The Middle East

For seven years, the Bush Administration has ignored the peace process and abandoned our commitment to a fair, just, and lasting resolution to conflict in the region. The invasion and occupation of Iraq has only served to further damage U.S. standing in the area.

We must once again dedicate ourselves to the goals of peace, prosperity, stability, and security for all the inhabitants of the Middle East.

I support a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that would allow an independent, democratic, and economically viable Palestine to peacefully coexist alongside a secure and democratic Israel.

Terrorism by anyone for any reason must always be condemned; I strongly support Israel's right to defend itself against all attacks.