The dramatic decline in Sharon's health comes as Sharon runs for re-election on March 28 at the head of a new centrist party, Kadima. He enjoys a wide lead in the polls. The party's strength is centered on Sharon, and if he were forced to step down, Israel's political scene would be thrown into turmoil.
I feel as if we should pray for him, but then I think of the decades of vitriol
Not to mention giving "Ariel" a bad name...
But seriously, I wish him health and continued life. Without redemption, what is left of a story?