Unfortunately, many years of conflict have resulted in the increased polarisation of communities, regions and countries. This in turn has led to "bitterness" being not only passed from one generation to another, but also the intensification of this bitterness towards opposing factions.
I remember when the NI Peace process was just taking off, we were furnished with the example of the Middle East Peace Process and how it had succeeded. I believe that you are right Incognitas that we do require more moderates in society - but how can we convince those who are lining their pockets with the current situation (ie - the politicians) of such a necessity??
We are all human after all and forgiveness is a large part of our ethical core. So why not just sit down and talk frankly but progressively and stop trying to gain the high moral ground!!
James
