The current world crises point out another problem with our attempt to impose democracy on the world. The strategy we've used is 'us against them', with 'them' being seen as untouchables unworthy of our talking with them. I agree that at some point in time further talking with the opposition is fruitless and a waste of time. But we have decided to preempt just about all two way conversations before hearing what the opposition has to say, so that we really can't judge the opposition's intentions. Being unable to judge makes it impossible for us to decide on the proper course of action.
However, in light of our inability or unwillingness to rein in Israel, perhaps knowing one's intentions does not necessarily mean that we would act intelligently.
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