The world's eyes are yet again watching the Israelis and Palestinians as they enter direct talks aimed at ending their conflict.
Here at J Street, we've read all the pessimistic assessments about the chances for success. But we agree with iconic Israeli author David Grossman, who gave a moving interview this week in which he said, "I don't have the luxury of despair."
The stakes could not be higher for Israel's very future and the Palestinians' just dream of independence. This is perhaps our last chance to achieve real peace and security through a two-state solution.
J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami discussed the recently launched peace talks on MSNBC on Thursday, September 4th.
[Read David Grossman's Interview]
[Read our statement on the talks]
[Read The New York Times editorial on the talks]









