"And as I said during my inauguration speech, if countries like Iran are willing to unclench their fist, they will find an extended hand from us."
- President Obama in news interview with Muslim Television.

I think we have sometimes forgotten that when we close our fist, we have many fingers pointing back at us and it is only us that we have to blame for closing our minds, hearts and hands to those that may now be willing to speak peace. Read the first part of his interview at

http://www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2009/01/27/politics/politicalhotsheet/entry4754691.shtml

and see what an educated and diplomatic president the US had elected! Peace in the Middle East may be possible!