‘In Jerusalem, we built the Abraham Tent in a refugee camp, where Jews, Muslims and Christians sat down and talked. When people told their stories and others listened, you could see the relationships transform before your eyes. We’re all born with an innate need to tell our stories, the old campfire of yore. It’s impossible to harbour suspicion and hatred for someone if you hear their stories.’ More wine was poured. I had a nice buzz going now. Ian continued: ‘Politicians see talk as weakness, but sitting down with your perceived enemy is the strongest, smartest and ultimately only productive thing you can do.’ Mike Carter, ‘One Man and His Bike’
Posted on: Sun, 08 Sep 2013 17:17:26 +0000
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