The second, and parallel approach, has been to boycott products manufactured or otherwise produced in Israeli settlements.  There is a wide variety of such products which form the economic backbone of many of the settlements.  Neither approach has, or will work.  Both simply further isolate the Israelis, cause more ill will between the U. S. and Israel, and even angers American Jews who otherwise favor a peaceful two state solution.

The Episcopal Church, on the other hand, is leading the way in investing in Palestine as a way to help them negotiate from a position of strength.  The West Bank has very poor infrastructure, an anemic economy which relies almost totally on tourism which is highly unpredictable in the face of the current political situation, and a very high rate of unemployment and poverty.  Even if a two state solution were reached today Palestine would have a difficult time making a go of it because of their economy.  Just look at Gaza since the Israelis left there.  Investment, not divestment and boycotting is the answer, if there is one.