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August 23, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: Statement on NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ First Israel Visit in Office

New York, NY, August 23, 2023 – The American Jewish Congress commends Mayor Eric Adams for his impressive articulation of the “unbreakable bond,” – in his words – between New York City and Israel during his visit this week to the Jewish state – his first as mayor. The Mayor has a way of weaving together the stories of these two truly global hotspots of creativity and entrepreneurship like no one else does, from proudly declaring that, “Our city is home to the largest Jewish population anywhere outside of Israel,” to highlighting what makes NYC and Israel jointly so powerful: “We…

August 11, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Statement on Top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries’ Remarks During Mideast Trip

New York, NY, August 10, 2023 - "The remarks by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries during his Israel visit this week help add much-needed clarity to the debate in D.C. on America’s Middle East interests and priorities. There is a need to see the debate on democracy and judicial reform in Israel in context, and Rep. Jeffries offers a clear vision. Shared democratic values and strategic interests, he says, stand above and beyond the fate of judicial overhaul, which, all agree, should be based on broad consensus in line with Israel’s vibrant democracy. Rep. Jeffries helps recast the debate in terms of the special relationship…

July 26, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: ‘Find Compromise; Maintain Unity And Civil Discourse,’American Jewish Congress Issues a Plea As Israel’s Judiciary Vote Draws A Global Audience

New York, NY, July 26, 2023 – At a time when democracy is in peril worldwide, Israel’s leaders and citizens can be proud their tiny state in the Middle East is showing once again the vibrancy of its political system. But while Israel has time and time again offered a global model in navigating fiery politics in a civilized way, the potential for chaos looms. Israeli leaders can and should step in to prevent any possibility of weakening the State of Israel. We urge Israel’s leaders to take whatever measures necessary to preserve the social fabric of the Israeli society, prevent political turmoil…

July 18, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Welcomes Biden-Netanyahu Invitation

New York, NY, July 18, 2023 – "The American Jewish Congress welcomes the invitation extended by President Biden to Prime Minister Netanyahu to visit the United States. For President Biden to do so personally, over a long and warm telephone conversation with the Israeli premier, shows grace, sagacity, and political foresight informed by decades of President Biden’s leadership in America and the world. The timing could not be more opportune: at the outset of Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to the United States, and his Joint Address to Congress.  The two leaders – Biden and Netanyahu – go back a long way.…

July 17, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: Statement on Rep. Jayapal’s Disturbing & Dangerous Remarks on Israel

New York, NY, July 17, 2023 – "The American Jewish Congress strongly condemns the latest attempts at undermining President of Israel’s impending Joint Address to U.S. Congress by deliberately poisoning the discourse in America on relations with Israel - and by calls to boycott the address. The dangerous rhetoric demonstrated by the poor choice of words and timing of Rep. Pramila Jayapal’s remarks are emblematic of, and directly feeding into, rising antisemitism in America. The inflammatory and factually dishonest blanket criticism of Israel as a “racist state” by the head of the Congress’ leading progressive caucus is deeply disturbing. Her remarks…

June 6, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: Miami Mayor Joins American Jewish Congress for Virtual Event

New York, NY, June 6, 2023 – Earlier this afternoon, the American Jewish Congress leadership, including President Jack Rosen, Vice President Munr Kazmir, and Vice Chairman Daniel Rosen, hosted a Jewish Community Conversation with City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez. The American Jewish Congress welcomed the opportunity to host the Mayor during what is no doubt a critical period facing the Jewish Community and all Americans alike. Among other major announcements, the Mayor confirmed his strong consideration for a 2024 Presidential Run. In a substantive dialogue, Mayor Suarez walked through what issues continue to pose the greatest challenges, strengths, and opportunities for advancement impacting Miami residents and how these topics are significant to local…

January 5, 2023 - JACK ROSEN: US, Israeli Jews need to come together, not criticize each other

By Jack Rosen, President of the American Jewish Congress Published originally in the Jerusalem Post. There is currently a great deal of talk in the media about an impending confrontation between American Jews and Israel due to the composition of the new Israeli government. This right-wing coalition, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, includes elements of the far-right, such as politicians Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir. American Jews are right to be concerned about Smotrich and Ben-Gvir, who advocate policies regarding Jewish identity and religion, as well as Israel’s judiciary, that are and should be unacceptable to the vast majority of American Jews. As a…

November 3, 2022 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Statement on the Israeli Election

New York, NY, November 3, 2022 - As the final reports of Israel’s election come to light, we recognize and congratulate the historic achievements of the Israeli democratic process. For the fifth time in four years, the people of Israel have spoken in a way that cherishes the same democratic values that tie the United States and Israel together. The American Jewish Congress congratulates Opposition-leader Benjamin Netanyahu for winning the elections and once again earning the trust and vote of the Israeli people. As the longest-serving Prime Minister in the history of the State of Israel, he understands the importance of…

October 19, 2022 - NEWSWEEK: Trump’s Israel Comments Divisive and Antisemitic, Jewish Groups Say

Published originally in Newsweek. Former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent remarks about American Jews "getting their act together" on Israel "before it is too late", are bigoted and stoke antisemitism, Jewish groups have said. "No President has done more for Israel than I have. Somewhat surprisingly, however, our wonderful Evangelicals are far more appreciative of this than the people of the Jewish faith, especially those living in the U.S.," Trump wrote on his Truth Social social media platform on October 16. "Those living in Israel, though, are a different story — Highest approval rating in the World, could easily be P.M.! "U.S.…

August 25, 2022 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Congratulates Pro-Israel Voices Who Rang Loud in New York Primaries

New York, NY, August 25, 2022 - Once again, the victory lap in this year's New York primaries goes to candidates who stayed true to America's ideals and allies – those that rejected hate and stood strongly with Israel and committed to the U.S.-Israel relationship. Again, moderate voices are winning in the fight against the extreme, and the American Jewish Congress is proud of the American Voices that are ringing that sentiment loud. We wish those candidates; defenders of Israel and supporters of the Jewish community alike, heartfelt congratulations and wish them luck as they respond now to the expectations of the…

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