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Israel: Rebel with a cause

Jewish State has acted without US approval before and shouldn't be afraid to do so again.

Rabinovich with paratroopers during Six Day War.
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The somewhat troubling relationship between the White House and Jerusalem over the past few years has given rise to grim predictions of further eroded trust should Israel decide to strike against Iran's nuclear facilities without prior permission from Washington.  These are, however, false calculations. 

History shows us that the Israeli-US relationship would not only endure Jerusalem's defiance, but that such bold action would likely bolster American respect for the Jewish State.  When it comes to Israeli military action against Iran, the illusion of US opposition is a dangerous distraction. If need be, Israel must go it alone.

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