Israel shouldn't be above criticism

A recent letter to the editor mentioned the Israeli-Palestin ian conflict. I don't get into that argument anymore. It just sparks accusations of being anti-Semitic and similar slurs against anyone who doesn't toe the Israeli line.

I can imagine the calls and letters the recent letter writer has received. I imagine that will change when the hysteria that surrounds the conflict is replaced by intelligent debate.

MELVIN SHARPLES

Great Barrington