The Existential Threat to Israel

Ally by former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Michael Oren, is a powerful and insightful look at the American-Israeli relationship. Oren is considered a centrist and moderate who respects both Shimon Peres and Benjamin Netanyahu.  This enhances his credibility when he tells the world that Israel is in existential danger and that his only agenda is a reality check regarding this administration’s policies toward Israel. The other portion of the book, which will be explored in a future article, is Israel’s relationship as reflected by some in the American Jewish media and leadership.  American Thinker had the pleasure of interviewing Ambassador Oren about some of the issues facing Israel today. Through his rhetoric and actions President Obama has bullied Israel into silence and attempted compliance, regarding the issues of the Iranian nuclear deal, the settlements, and the establishment of a Palestinian state. For example, the president has said that...(Read Full Article)