Kosovo partition

The conflict in the Balkans was more complicated than many Americans cared to consider before intervening in the region, but the mass civilian genocide required action. The complicated history and contradicting claims to the land should not be ignored when external interests voice concerns. The interest of regional neighbors and the input of those who defended the Albanians in Kosovo and the surrounding area should be included in any discussions of partition. My father served time in that region with the U.N. and I have heard biased opinions from the many sides that do not bode well for stability if radicals are pitted against each other. Sometimes decisions need to be made and action taken, but other times peace is best served by moderate majorities leading decisions with informative reason. Some on both sides of the disagreement have too much emotional baggage and personal stake to be allowed to stir up trouble during bold and ill-advised political posturing.