AIPAC

Israel: The only democracy in the Middle East.

Israel is holding free and fair elections today, as they have since 1949. Meanwhile, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas is in year 22 of his 4 year term.

🚨BREAKING: Today is Israel's election day and voter turnout has reached 55.7% as of 4 p.m. local time. That’s 8.2 percentage points higher than the last election. The highest turnout EVER since records began in 1973

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It’s Election Day in Israel! 🇮🇱🗳️ Israel is one of only 22 other nations in the world that has conducted uninterrupted free and fair elections since 1949.

43 years ago today, Iran-backed Hezbollah terrorists bombed the U.S. Marine Barracks in Beirut and killed 241 U.S. service members. We honor and remember the legacy of those who sacrificed everything as they stood on the front lines for our great nation.

🚨BREAKING: Iran and Russia were caught deploying AI to create at least seven fake Western journalist identities and place nearly 100 articles in global media outlets promoting anti-US and anti-Israel narratives, in a global influence campaign.

newsweek.comStop asking Jewish voters to sacrifice their values | Opinion"Jewish voters are being told repeatedly this election cycle to forgive and forget offensive comments and dangerous worldviews."

"Jews are so often asked to excuse antisemitic rhetoric and disregard actions that should have no place in American politics, all to serve somebody else’s definition of a greater good." https://www.newsweek.com/stop-asking-jewish-voters-to-sacrifice-their-values-opinion-12560667

Today, the IDF exposed a letter written by Yahya Sinwar's 10-year-old son, which says, "I want to hold a Kalashnikov and shoot Jews." The letter shows how "Hamas' ideology of hatred and violence impacts the younger generation in Gaza," the IDF said.

This week, Colombia became the tenth country to open its embassy in Jerusalem. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar called it "a recognition of the simple political fact that Jerusalem is Israel’s capital."

Small, low-cost enemy drones pose a growing threat to American service members on the battlefield. To protect our troops, the U.S. is turning to cutting-edge Israeli technology—like rifle-mounted smart optics that track, target, and neutralize drones in real time. Safer and stronger together. 🇺🇸🇮🇱

🚨NEWS UPDATE: Four U.S. citizens were aboard the FlyDubai flight to Israel last week that a terrorist attempted to hijack. When the co-pilot stabbed his counterpart and attempted to crash the plane, passengers helped save the day and safely land the plane in Saudi Arabia.

jinsa.orgOpen Letter From 76 Military Professionals Rejecting Genocide Allegation Against Israel - JINSAFor Immediate Release October 7, 2026 Washington, DC – As retired senior military leaders and legal experts, on this, the third anniversary of Hamas’s October 7, 2023 brutal attack on Israel, we rejec...

Powerful statement from American heroes who actually know the painful realities of war.

At least 75 pro-Palestinian rallies and major events are planned worldwide for the 3-year anniversary of October 7.

🚨 A Palestinian activist was seen within the precincts of Parliament trampling and vandalizing European and Israeli flags during an exhibition dedicated to the three-year anniversary of October 7. The mourning of the innocents serves as the backdrop for her stunt.

Continuing the media trend… if there’s an allegation that’s negative about Israel, it’s considered a fact. If there’s a fact of a terrorist attack against Israel, it’s considered alleged.

dailymail.comThe Gazans condemning Palestinian schools teaching children to killAn investigation by The Mail on Sunday has revealed how Hamas, since it gained control of Gaza in 2007, has devoted its education system to indoctrinating children into its jihadist creed.

“There is all too much evidence of how the extremism of Hamas has captured entire generations, brainwashing them into an extremist ideology that metes out violence, hatred and death.” https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16180853/Brave-Gazans-condemn-Palestinian-schools-teach-kill-Israelis.html

19 Sept

"What people don't understand about AIPAC...we're just average people passionate about America and Israel" Millions of Democrats are AIPAC members who support candidates that best reflect their values, including a strong U.S.-Israel partnership 🇺🇸🇮🇱

17 Sept

This is who Abdul El-Sayed stands with.

16 Sept

In what world were Israelis not the victims of Hamas' terror attack on October 7? On October 7, Hamas raped, tortured, murdered, and kidnapped Israelis. The population equivalent of 42,000 Americans were murdered that morning.

14 Sept

While under attack from terror rockets: "Thank god for the U.S.-Israel relationship." More than 6.5 million Americans are proud members of AIPAC, participating in the political process and advocating for a strong U.S.-Israel partnership.

11 Sept

Shana Tova from Jerusalem! 🍎🍯

11 Sept

Happy Rosh Hashanah! Best wishes for a sweet new year 🍎🍯

11 Sept

Today, on the 25th anniversary, we honor the memory of those lost and the heroes who put themselves in harm’s way. As we commemorate this solemn day that forever changed our nation, our fight for freedom, peace and security continues.

3 Sept

How do you see what hides in the dark? The U.S. Army uses state-of-the-art goggles invented by Israel, made at home in America.

31 Aug

A woman trains her dog by the beach in Ashkelon. Ashkelon, Israel, October 24, 2026. #ThisisIsrael 🇮🇱

29 Aug

Young children attend their first day back at kindergarten in moshav Yashresh after the Iran war. Tel Aviv, Israel, April 9, 2026. #ThisIsIsrael 🇮🇱

thenationaldesk.comEl-Sayed, Democrats distance from Hasan Piker after comments about Jewish AmericansDemocratic candidates and lawmakers across the country are moving to distance themselves from Twitch streamer Hasan Piker.

26 Aug

“There is zero place for this kind of hatred from somebody like Hasan Piker. He’s pathetic and he should be put outside and not welcome inside any kind of tent.” - Rep. Josh Gottheimer thenationaldesk.com/news/america...

21 Aug

Israelis, they're just like us.

20 Aug

"One thing that AIPAC does really effectively is it help create civic engagement and awareness" More than 6.5 million Americans are proud members of AIPAC, participating in the political process and advocating for a strong U.S.-Israel partnership.

19 Aug

Ethiopian Christian worshippers return to the Ethiopian Church for the Washing of the Feet ceremony, following the church’s reopening during a ceasefire. Old City of Jerusalem, Israel, April 9, 2026. #ThisIsIsrael 🇮🇱

19 Aug

AIPAC congratulates the 21 pro-Israel candidates who won their primaries tonight in Florida, including several who defeated anti-Israel candidates determined to undermine the U.S.-Israel alliance.

15 Aug

Israeli musician Yehuda Kaiser performs in Jerusalem. Jerusalem, Israel, May 22, 2025. #ThisIsIsrael 🇮🇱

13 Aug

"I know that I have been accepted at AIPAC for all of who I am." AIPAC members are U.S. citizens from every state. Democrats, Republicans, and Independents. Diverse backgrounds. Different religions and cultures. All proud patriots. 🇺🇸🇮🇱

This NY Times piece continues a concerning trend by the “paper of record” to print and amplify lies about AIPAC and our 7 million American members. We are an American organization committed to strengthening bipartisan support for the U.S.-Israel alliance.

Our members support pro-Israel Democrats and Republicans, and oppose anti-Israel Democrats and Republicans. And we respect Israel's democracy and the rights of its citizens to choose their leaders.

We believe America is stronger, safer and more prosperous when it works together with our ally Israel, and we encourage the two allies to work together to promote peace, stability and security across the region.

So, let’s be clear: AIPAC is an American organization working to build bipartisan support for the U.S.-Israel partnership. We make our own decisions and are no one’s mouthpiece.

Strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship must be above partisan politics. One can love America and oppose its leader; one can love Israel and oppose its leader. The relationship must endure.

In Mr. Friedman's advice column to help an anti-Israel candidate win a Senate seat, he falls victim to the candidate's carefully crafted talking point about peace while ignoring that that even the NYT has said Dr. El-Sayed fundamentally opposes the right for an independent Jewish state to exist.

nytimes.comCan a Pro-Israel Democrat Still Win a Big Primary? She’s Going to Try.To prevail in Michigan’s crucial Senate primary, Representative Haley Stevens will need to overcome Democratic voters’ skepticism of Israel. Pro-Israel groups are spending heavily to help her.

To use his own words, Friedman chooses to ignore facts, and instead goes along for the ride. NYT Source: www.nytimes.com/2026/07/16/u...

disarming Hamas in Gaza and Palestinian terrorist groups in the West Bank, reforming the corrupt Palestinian Authority, ending the glorification of violence and terrorism, and building a functioning society that isn’t dependent on U.N. agencies, to name only a few.

AIPAC members are proud and patriotic Democrats and Republicans who support Democrats and Republicans who share their values and they oppose those who don’t, like Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Thomas Massie.

Mr. Friedman frequently focuses on the settlements—an issue that we’ve long said must be addressed in direct talks for a two-state agreement. Over the years, Mr. Friedman has dedicated considerable column space to blaming Israel for the stalled peace process.

We think it's long past time for the focus to turn to the urgency and agency of Palestinians and Arab partners to take the necessary steps for a viable, independent, demilitarized Palestinian democracy:

Americans choose our country’s leaders. Israelis choose theirs. Whether Democratic or Republican, Labor or Likud, we encourage the democratically elected leaders to work together as befitting two allies.

Yes, we opposed the Iran deal. So did a bipartisan majority of Congress. We didn’t think it did enough for America’s interests. Yes, we strongly support Israeli-Palestinian peace and an expansion of the Abraham Accords. It can’t come soon enough.

Our support for the partnership is driven by its value to America. Israel is a critical and mutually beneficial partner in the pursuit of security, peace, stability, democratic values, and prosperity.

Our members are Americans. Our donors are Americans. Our Board of Directors is comprised solely of Americans, and it makes its decisions on its own. We take no direction or funding from the Israeli government, no matter who leads it.

washingtonexaminer.comIn defense of AIPACAIPAC is an American organization engaging in American politics, composed of American citizens funded exclusively by American citizens.

"The Democratic Party is free to debate whether that alliance remains worthwhile. It is free to oppose military assistance to Israel. It is even free to criticize AIPAC’s political spending. www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/edit...