Barak vs. Sharon in Israel

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The rusted old iron fist of Israeli politics, Ariel Sharon, is favored to win the Prime Minister’s office next week.
He has the advantage in the special elections next week when Israelis will choose.
Ehud Barak’s term has been marked by the great hope and the greater disappointment of Camp David II. Who will prevail?
(Hosted by Christopher Lydon)

Guests:

Tom Segev, author of “One Palestine Complete: Jews and Arabs Under the British Mandate.”