If the world. following the disaster of 1956. had insisted that the Arab nations at least awaken to the existence of Israel. the tremendous folly of 1967 could have been avoided. Now. the world has a third chance. and if some right decisions are made in the months ahead. the even greater tragedy of 1977 may be avoided. What is necessary Is a reasonable revision of boundary lines. a sensible settlement of the Palestinian refugee problem. a cessation of verbal assault and physical battery. and a union of talents and interests. of resources and abilities. so that the region can move forward to a creative society in which all members live infinitely better than anyone there now does. Am I hopeful that the world will now sensibly tackle its problems when it refused to do so in the aftermath of 1948 and 1956? I am not.