I saw clearly how those who saved the state so heroically and courageously in the War of Independence would be capable of bringing a catastrophe upon it if they are given the chance in normal times.

When the Jewish state is established - it is very possible that the result will be transfer of Arabs.

I have learned that the state of Israel cannot be ruled in our generation without deceit and adventurism.

A reprisal of this magnitude... has never been carried out before. I paced back and forth in my room perplexed and completely depressed, feeling helpless.

Our role in Israel is a pioneering one, and we need people with certain strength of fiber.

Once the return tide starts, it will be impossible to stem it, and it will prove our undoing.

So we need people who will remain steadfast in any hardship and who have a high degree of resistance.