How to Really Hit Hamas

Harder Than Rockets

Israel may be pounding Hamas militarily, but attacking it politically could do far more damage. Peter Beinart on how Netanyahu should be boosting the group’s main rivals—and recognizing Abbas as a real partner for peace.

Published Nov. 20 2012 8:30AM EST

On Monday night, as I was mulling the horror in Israel and Gaza, a thought struck me. Maybe Israel should get tough on Hamas.

Isn’t that what Israel’s doing? Yes and no.

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