Post-Annapolis Round Up
Here is a thorough update sent by the OneVoice Team/Erin Pineda: 
SIGN THE MANDATE * OV ANNAPOLIS PHOTOS * ONEVOICE ON CNN * ANNAPOLIS RESOURCES
While skepticism abounds, Annapolis’s historical significance and potential should not be underestimated.
620,000 citizens signatories to the OneVoice Principles and OneVoice Mandate demanded that the Israeli and Palestinian Heads of State " immediately commence uninterrupted negotiations until reaching an agreement, within one year, for a Two State Solution, fulfilling the consistent will of the overwhelming majority of both populations."
And on Tuesday, President Bush read a statement from Prime Minister Olmert and President Abbas with their answer: “We agree to engage in vigorous, ongoing and continuous negotiations, and shall make every effort to conclude an agreement before the end of 2008."
Take a minute to think about it: since the OneVoice Movement was created after the breakdown of the Camp David negotiations and the breakout of unprecedented violence, this is the first time in 7 years that the elected representatives have re-committed to a systematic process to reach a comprehensive agreement for the creation of a viable Palestinian state at peace with Israel.
But we do not have the luxury of inaction. Opponents of a two-state solution will re-double their efforts to derail negotiations. Even as the leaders took steps forward in Annapolis, hard-line groups rallied outside the gates in opposition.
But OneVoice and other likeminded groups were there too – a citizens’ delegation of OneVoice youth leaders, student activists, staff, and new recruits gathered in Annapolis to represent the Movement. And the OneVoice message was aired on CNN.
The Israeli and Palestinian Heads of State have shown courage and leadership by committing to a firm timetable to fulfill the aspirations of their people.
It is time to do our part and ask ourselves, again: What are WE willing to do to help our leaders end the conflict?
The OneVoice Teams
CNN Interview with OneVoice Founder Daniel Lubetzky
Photos from OneVoice’s Delegation to Annapolis
President Bush’s Speech at Annapolis
President Abbas’s Speech at Annapolis
Prime Minister Olmert’s Speech at Annapolis
OneVoice’s Statement on Annapolis Conference
OneVoice Annapolis Media Coverage: CNN, Associated Press, ABC News Maryland, Washington Post, Washington Metro, Baltimore Sun
OneVoice’s Website – www.OneMillionVoices.org
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