Letter to the editor: Harper's trip to Israel

Notes: "The list of Christian representatives on Stephen Harper's recent trip to Israel is significant both for those included and those omitted. On board were representatives of evangelical groups that, for their own theological reasons, strongly reflect Harper's enthusiastic support of Israel. Notably absent were any representatives of mainline churches who apparently were not consulted or invited if the experience of the Anglican church is typical. These churches not only support Israel but also the human rights and dignity of the Palestinians. Harper appears to show little if any concern for those rights. A pro-Israel stand ? Yes -- but a pro-Palestinian position as well. That is the only way forward on the path to peace in the Middle East". [Text of entire article.]

Subjects: Harper, Stephen (Stephen Joseph), 1959-; Canada - Foreign relations - Israel; Israel (Christian theology); Christian Zionism; Evangelicals - Canada - 21st century; Palestinian Arabs - Israel; Palestinian Arabs - Religious aspects - Anglican Church of Canada; Israel - Politics and government - 1993-