Ariel Sharon Quotes on Politics (9 Quotes)

Today, in the face of all our sincere efforts to move forward on the political path, we received another proof of the true intentions of the person leading the Palestinian Authority, ... Those who call for millions of tears are guilty, those who constantly incite are guilty. Those who fan terrorism are guilty. Those who launch terrorism are guilty.

The people clearly opted for my plan, ... Political forces must follow the wishes of the electorate.

We must conduct elections so that 2006 will not be a lost year regarding the political and economic process, and the passing of the budget, ... in this complicated situation that we are in.

I understand the importance of peace much better than a lot of politicians do who talk about it. With me, peace will be a peace for generations and not a gimmick of the elections.

What I've learned from my visit here is that the plan -- disengagement plan -- contributes to the security of Israel, contributes to the political situation of Israel in the world and helps our economy,

So long as there is terror, there will be no political process, ... Political process cannot coincide with terror. That's why we expect the Palestinian Authority to wage true, genuine struggle against terrorism.

If they don't take control of what is going on in Gaza, there is doubt over the political future,

I cannot deny that I have doubts, reservations and fears. However, I have come to the conclusion that in the present regional and international reality, Israel must act with courage to accept the political plan which I described.

I have made it clear more than once that the policy that Israel acts by is on the one hand an effort to start a political process ... and on the other hand fight the terror organizations, the terrorists and anyone who targets Israeli citizens,