GOV 120 Lecture 23: Gov_120_-_Lecture_no_23
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Argues that our relationship with israel does not come from a mutually beneficial alliance between the two countries, but rather is dominated through the aipac, aka the israel. Lobby which provides monetary contributions and strong political support to. Israel receives about billion per year from the us, roughly 20% of the foreign aid budget, which is about a year for every israeli citizen. Israel does not seem to be a vital strategic asset helpful during the cold war, but perhaps not so much now. Unable to protect us troops in the region. Us is unable to use israeli military bases. Israel unable to partner with the us without triggering major arab opposition to the us. Unconditional us support of israel tends to make it easier for extremists (terrorists) to rally popular support and attract recruits against the us.
