Examining the future of Palestinians and Israelis, this debate explores the volatile relationship between the two groups and their ongoing struggle to coexist. Through the letters of two friends, complex issues are discussed, including how secular Jews outside Israel should define their loyalties, who should be allowed community and national rights in Palestine, appropriate reactions to conflict, and the conditions for lasting peace.About the Author: Gilbert Achcar teaches politics and international relations at the University of Paris-VIII. He is a frequent contributor to "Le Monde Diplomatique" and is the author of several books on contemporary politics, including "The Clash of Barbarisms: September 11 and the Making of the New World Disorder" and "Eastern Cauldron: Islam, Afghanistan, Palestine, and Iraq in a Marxist Mirror."