Topic: Blockade of the Gaza Strip should be ended
The blockade forces Gaza to trade with other problematic actors like Iran and North Korea, creating more global conflict.
The blockade forces Gaza's leadership to negotiate with Israel, increasing the likelihood of peace into the long term.
The blockade fuels international disagreement with Israel which undermines its diplomatic position.
The blockade fuels protests within Israel that distracts from progressing with other political development.
The blockade gives Israel leverage in negotiations with Gaza.
the blockade has continued for far too long, and is preventing innocent people from obtaining the aid that they desperately need
the blockade has had no positive effects on the region and should be ended.
The blockade has harmed Israel's reputation on the world stage, turning many countries against it because of the human rights violations that have been caused by the blockade.
The blockade has hit Israeli businesses which long sold into Gaza and bought Gaza's fruit, flowers and other goods.
the blockade has led to countless terrorist acts and bloodshed and must be ended as soon as possible.
the blockade has left a majority of the population unemployed, humanitarian assistance has been unable to reach the people and resources like fuel have been decreased to a dire level.
The blockade has maintained the safety of both sides of the conflict and should be continued until calmer heads prevail.
The blockade has proved successful in lowering rates of violence by Hamas and other terrorist organizations against Israel, and repealing it would likely come with a more powerful and deadly Hamas.
the blockade helps determine where and how goods enter and leave a territory.
the blockade helps to keep more weapons from entering the area by ship and lessen the ability for violence.
the blockade helps to prevent continued military threats and rocket attacks.
the blockade hurts free trade and people's incomes.
the blockade hurts innocent people.
The blockade hurts Palestinian civilians that have nothing to do with Hamas and violence against Israel. It is unjust to punish civilians for the actions of terrorists.
The blockade increases the likelihood of terror in Israel, harming citizens who may not have had a part in the blockade.
The blockade inspires increased terror attacks on the part of individuals enraged by the situation in Palestine.
the blockade is a draconian measure that inhibits economic development
the blockade is a good political move to deter the threat of hamas and securing israel's safety.
The blockade is a human rights violation that turns gaza into an open air prison where people are starving and dying of disease without any food or medicine.
the blockade is a humanitarian disaster, vital aid and food supplies are blocked from the vulnerable people under a terrorist regime
The blockade is a waste of political and economic capital which could be used for valuable reforms inside of Israel.
the blockade is a way that protects the people, hindering conflict and a takeover of the country.
the blockade is a way to try to get hamas to stop fire rockets into israel