After almost 8 years in office, and very little to show for in term of a renew peace process between Israel & the Palestinians, President Bush is going to the region to celebrate the 60 th birthday of the Jewish state. He will reiterate America's unconditional support for Israel.

However, in the twilight of his term, is it just a symbolic trip or can Pres. Bush get something practical accomplished?

President Bush's official heir cranked up his aggressive rhetoric , over the week-end, towards Hamas. Senator McCain stated: " I will be Hamas's worst nightmare..."

This type of counter productive stance remind us of the one made by President Bush when he told Iraqi's insurgents " To bring it on..." ,a few years ago.