It helps with security in Egypt, Israel and West Bank. They would rather not have to do it, but it's necessary at this point in history.That anyone could seriously vote FB I find it horrible.
Almost as horrible as the people that side with Hamas and ignorantly call Israel an "apartheid state". And no, you non-reading asshats, I don't think Israel (or Egypt) is perfect. No state is. If you can look at the history of the area and come to the conclusion that Israel is the biggest bad guy in the group than you're a funking moron and probably a little racist.
The blockage is unfortunate, but it ain't going anywhere until the assholes in Gaza stop being dicks.
The blockade creates a state of emergency which enhances Hamas's power, as they are seen as the only entity willing to stand and fight for the people of Gaza. If the blockade was removed and the economic situation were allowed to normalize, support for Hamas would thin.