Reply #57: But that isn't how the question was worded

[whosinpower]

snip from article -

"The light rail includes three stations in Shoafat. Does that present a problem for you?" the questionnaire asks. In another question: "All passengers, Jewish and Arab, enter the train freely and without the driver's inspection. Is that a problem for you?"


There is an assumption that those answering the poll that only these stations would be of concern....or else they would of included all the stops....but they didn't - they specifically called out the three stations in Shoafat...as if only those would pose potential security issues....and only those people who THINK they might be - only those people have the chance to voice their concern.

Now your trying to change the subject - or perhaps qualify, quantify the wording because of "security."

Shira - the government of Israel does not need permission to give adequate security to its citizens....and if any government in the world knows about security - it is Israel. The question was specific, and was not related to security measures. It was meant to measure popular support of the project with three palistinian stations and with Arabs on the train. Is that race baiting? Some would say yes.
A more balanced poll would of asked if any of the stops in the settlements would present a problem..... A more balanced poll would of asked if entering the train freely without drivers inspection was desirable. A more balanced poll - specifically related to security would of asked should ALL weaponry be banned while riding the train.