Letters, Dec. 19, 1977

Risk for Peace

To the Editors:

I've watched numerous world leaders take risks that might lead their countries to war. Now Egypt's President Sadat seems willing to assume equal risks for peace [Nov. 28]. His act of courage is a deeply moving moment in history.

Karen R. Brown

New Concord, Ohio

The child's game of pretend is over. A major Arab leader has had the courage to publicly accept what is: Israel exists. The rays of peace peek through a stormy sky. Why has it taken so long?

Barry Haft

New York City

Sadat's visit to Jerusalem brings to mind the late David Ben-Gurion's famous saying: "In...

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