U.S. - Israel Relations - American Jewish Congress

October 31, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Urges Reconsideration of Proposal to Tie Aid to Israel with IRS Funding

New York, NY, October 31, 2023 - Earlier today, the American Jewish Congress expressed its concerns about the supplemental appropriations package that would offset emergency aid to Israel by rescinding an equal amount from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) funding.In a letter addressed to House Speaker Mike Johnson, Mr. Jack Rosen, President of the American Jewish Congress, argues that this proposal sets the stage for political debates that are polarizing and divert attention from the very immediate security needs that our ally, Israel, faces. Mr. Rosen states that: “By passing the emergency supplemental straightforwardly, the United States would showcase our position in…

October 12, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: Arab And Muslim Support For Israel | American Jewish Congress Activates Its International Support Network | A Message From Jack Rosen

New York, NY, October 12, 2023 - The world is coming together to support Israel’s firm and measured response to the massacre. Along with the major nations of the world that back Israel’s right to take a decisive action, we are also watching early signs of the Arab public opinion taking a second look at a Palestinian militant group that holds Gaza hostage and imposes an unprovoked war on Israel and the region. I am heartened to report to you that some of Israel’s new and potential friends and partners in the Arab and Muslim nations across the Middle East are…

October 9, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Strongly Condemns Reps. Rashida Tlaib and Cori Bush Over Call to End U.S. Aid to Israel Amid War with Hamas

New York, NY, October 9, 2023 – The leadership of the American Jewish Congress, including Jack Rosen, President; Dr. Munr Kazmir, Vice President; Daniel Rosen, Vice Chair; Dr. Ben Chouake, Secretary; Michael Melnicke, Treasurer, released today the following statement: “It is with profound concern and indignation that we at the American Jewish Congress condemn the statements made by Reps. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) and Cori Bush (D-MO), who have callously chosen this moment, in the middle of a war with Hamas and in the aftermath of its heinous terrorist attack, to call for the cessation of U.S. aid to our democratic ally, Israel. Such…

October 9, 2023 - YNET: As war against Hamas rages, Diaspora Jews mobilize in support of Israel

Published originally in Ynet. Jewish communities in the Diaspora have been keenly observing events in Israel with profound concern since the inception of the deadly Hamas attack. Many have been vigilantly following the conflict since Saturday morning, leading some to cancel holiday and Sabbath gatherings. Eric Fingerhut, president and CEO of the Jewish Federations of North America, has been closely monitoring the events as they unfolded. Although his initial arrival in Israel was for a happy occasion, he unexpectedly found himself engulfed in a vastly different situation. Fingerhut asserts that Jewish communities in North America are staunchly supporting Israel in…

October 8, 2023 - FORWARD: ‘Aghast,’ Jews and non-Jews react to Hamas attack on Israel

Published originally in The Forward. Forceful condemnation of Hamas’ surprise Saturday attack on Israel has arrived from governments and Jewish groups. Here are responses from organizations and individuals, some of which have been edited for length. President Joe Biden “This morning, I spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu about the horrific and ongoing attacks in Israel. The United States unequivocally condemns this appalling assault against Israel by Hamas terrorists from Gaza, and I made clear to Prime Minister Netanyahu that we stand ready to offer all appropriate means of support to the Government and people of Israel. Terrorism is never justified. Israel has…

October 7, 2023 - PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Stands with Israel Following Hamas’ Terrorist Attack and Unprovoked Act of Aggression

New York, NY, October 7, 2023 – The American Jewish Congress strongly condemns Hamas’ heinous terrorist attack and declaration of war. We are deeply angered by Hamas’ unprovoked cowardly act, which has claimed so far 40 innocent lives and has left hundreds more injured. As we speak, not only Hamas has launched thousands of rockets into Israel, but it also infiltrated Israeli border towns with an unknown number of ground fighters, kidnapping dozens of Israeli civilians. In light of this act of aggression, the most severe escalation since May 2021, we unequivocally stand with Israel and its inherent right and duty to…

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.…

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