If you think the Jews do not have a lot of influence in America any more, this will prove you wrong. Helen Thomas, who has covered the White Housefor the Times since 1960, and who continually and harshly criticized President Bush, announced her IMMEDIATE retirement. This startling announcement just happens to come right after she said Jews should "get the hell out of Palestine."

On a humorous note, Helen should note that the Jews have been trying to get the Hell out of Israel for years so they could live there in peace. Israel, by the way Helen, is where they live, not Palestine. There is no Palestine.