Opposing Takes on Hamas

Could these staff-eds about Hamas’ involvement in Alan Johnston’s release be any more diametrically opposed?

Montreal Gazette:

But Hamas remains what it has always been: ruthlessly determined to deny the legitimacy of Israel, and always willing to use force. Hamas might manage to make Gaza safer, but it is making the region more dangerous.

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Ventura County Star:

Having to actually govern may be having a salutary and sobering influence on Hamas.