Higher per capita than the suicide rate of Native Alaskan Youth? Having buried several nephews and presided at the hospital beds of others, the current trend of secular Al Aska brigade suicide bombings reminds me of the Alaska suicides. Nothing to live for, being bombarded by television advertising goods you may never achieve in your lifetime leads to hopelessness. The 25k and some satisfaction at striking out at people who can afford such things may play a part in this. If so, there needs to be a recognition of Palestinian traditional, pre arafat culture that can help overcome this trend.
thanx,
bill