Palestinian / Israeli Conflict

Greg Saltzman, Ph.D. (Economics). Professor of Economics and Management, Albion College.

The Palestinian-Israeli conflict is longstanding and intense. Why has this conflict been difficult to resolve? I will endeavor to provide an explanation. First, I will outline the history of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and of efforts to resolve it. Then, I will take into account the features of this conflict that are similar to those of other difficult-to-resolve disputes.

During the sessions, I will at length explain the issues that, from the perspective of either Palestinians or Israelis, are matters of principle on which the parties are reluctant to compromise. Though I have no magic solutions, I will identify peace proposals that have won support from significant Palestinian and Israeli leaders.

Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. October 2, 9, 23, 30.

Location: TBD