

Monday, June 2 | Tuesday, June 3 | Wednesday, June 4
For information on press coverage of AIPAC Policy Conference 2008 and to obtain a schedule of conference events open to media, please click here or email pcpress@aipac.org.
June 02, 2008 | |
9:30 AM - 11:15 AMOpening PlenaryFeaturing
| |
11:45 AM - 1:00 PMBreakout Sessions Track I | |
Briefing Theater - Is Israel a Strategic Asset to America or a Dangerous Liability?In this state-of-the-art multimedia presentation, one of AIPAC's leading security experts explores the evolution of the U.S.-Israel strategic relationship and why Israel continues to be an asset to America. Featuring
| |
Briefing Theater - Jerusalem: Whose City Is It Anyway?Jerusalem is treasured by the world's three great monotheistic religions, but the Holy City's Jewish connection and centrality to Israel's identity is unique. Through the power of multimedia, depart on a walking tour that unearths Jerusalem's Jewish history and forecasts its future. Featuring
| |
Briefing Theater - The U.S.-Israel Relationship: Does America Really Benefit?In this one-of-a-kind multimedia production one of AIPAC's top lobbyists provides an insider's perspectives on how the U.S.-Israel alliance is built and where it is headed. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Breaking the Habit: Can U.S.-Israel Cooperation Reduce Our Oil Dependence?A panel of leading experts discusses the security risks posed by America's dependence on oil and how U.S.-Israel cooperation can change the equation. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Challenges and Opportunities: Building a Base of Pro-Israel Support in EuropeEurope is an increasingly important player on issues affecting Israel and the Middle East. What will it take for the nascent pro-Israel movement in Europe to make an impact? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Credit Crunch: Can Cutting the Money Cripple Iran?Could a financial full court press by America and the world be enough to block Iran's nuclear aspirations? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Double Trouble: The Hamas-Hizballah ConnectionSunni Hamas and Shiite Hizballah may have their differences, but they share terror tactics, Iran's patronage and the goal of destroying Israel. How deep do their ties run and what can be done to stop them? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Global Players: The Impact of Russia, China and Europe on American Foreign PolicyAt the U.N. and around the world, these countries are both helping and hindering U.S. goals. How will these key nations influence U.S. Middle East policy in the years to come? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Inside Islam: Can the West Overcome the Extremists and Reach Moderate Muslims?Examine the origins and divisions within radical Islam. What can be done to nurture ties with Muslims who are willing to coexist with the Western world? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Israel’s Northern Neighbors: Syria, Lebanon and Their Evolving Role in the Middle EastA panel of top experts assesses where Syria is heading and discusses why the struggle for Lebanon could have far-reaching consequences throughout the Middle East. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Prospects for Peace: Can the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Be Resolved?Are the Israelis and Palestinians tantalizingly close to a peace agreement or further from it than ever? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Saudi Arabia's Identity CrisisAmerican ally, producer of September 11 hijackers, top exporter of radical Islam. Will the real Saudi Arabia please stand up? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Shifting Sands: The Changing Landscape of Today's Middle EastFrom the Mediterranean shores of the Maghreb to the caverns of the Caucasus, new players are shaping today's greater Middle East. Three of America’s most renowned foreign policy experts delve into the issues that are reshaping the contours of the Arab and Muslim worlds. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Terror in Our Backyard: The Reach of Radicals Operating in AmericaOpen societies are proving to be increasingly fertile ground for terrorist groups. How extensive is the U.S.-based terrorist network and how are these groups exploiting our freedoms to advance their destructive agendas? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - War in the Skies: America and Israel's Efforts to Build a Missile DefenseAs the range of ballistic missiles extends, U.S.-Israeli cooperation on a shield has grown more intense - and essential. What has already been accomplished, and what must be done in order to keep both countries safe? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - What Does Iran Really Want?A nuclear-hungry Iran is expanding its support for terrorist groups and making clear its ambitions to lead the Muslim world. How dangerous is Iran, and what can we do about it? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Who's the Boss? The Future of Palestinian LeadershipHamas holds Gaza and Palestinian infighting is raging. What are the prospects for a stable, peaceful Palestinian government? Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Campaign Insider: A Review of the Races and Faces Shaping the '08 ElectionsAn exclusive off-the-record briefing by a senior AIPAC political expert who explores an election that could reshape American policy toward the Middle East. Featuring
| |
1:30 PM - 2:45 PMBreakout Sessions Track II | |
Briefing Theater - Is Israel a Strategic Asset to America or a Dangerous Liability?In this state-of-the-art multimedia presentation, one of AIPAC's leading security experts explores the evolution of the U.S.-Israel strategic relationship and why Israel continues to be an asset to America. Featuring
| |
Briefing Theater - Jerusalem: Whose City Is It Anyway?Jerusalem is treasured by the world's three great monotheistic religions, but the Holy City's Jewish connection and centrality to Israel's identity is unique. Through the power of multimedia, depart on a walking tour that unearths Jerusalem's Jewish history and forecasts its future. Featuring
| |
Briefing Theater - The U.S.-Israel Relationship: Does America Really Benefit?In this one-of-a-kind multimedia production one of AIPAC's top lobbyists provides an insider's perspectives on how the U.S.-Israel alliance is built and where it is headed. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Breaking the Habit: Can U.S.-Israel Cooperation Reduce Our Oil Dependence?A panel of leading experts discusses the security risks posed by America's dependence on oil and how U.S.-Israel cooperation can change the equation. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Challenges and Opportunities: Building a Base of Pro-Israel Support in EuropeEurope is an increasingly important player on issues affecting Israel and the Middle East. What will it take for the nascent pro-Israel movement in Europe to make an impact? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Credit Crunch: Can Cutting the Money Cripple Iran?Could a financial full court press by America and the world be enough to block Iran's nuclear aspirations? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Double Trouble: The Hamas-Hizballah ConnectionSunni Hamas and Shiite Hizballah may have their differences, but they share terror tactics, Iran's patronage and the goal of destroying Israel. How deep do their ties run and what can be done to stop them? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Global Players: The Impact of Russia, China and Europe on American Foreign PolicyAt the U.N. and around the world, these countries are both helping and hindering U.S. goals. How will these key nations influence U.S. Middle East policy in the years to come? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Inside Islam: Can the West Overcome the Extremists and Reach Moderate Muslims?Examine the origins and divisions within radical Islam. What can be done to nurture ties with Muslims who are willing to coexist with the Western world? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Israel’s Northern Neighbors: Syria, Lebanon and Their Evolving Role in the Middle EastA panel of top experts assesses where Syria is heading and discusses why the struggle for Lebanon could have far-reaching consequences throughout the Middle East. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Prospects for Peace: Can the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Be Resolved?Are the Israelis and Palestinians tantalizingly close to a peace agreement or further from it than ever? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Saudi Arabia's Identity CrisisAmerican ally, producer of September 11 hijackers, top exporter of radical Islam. Will the real Saudi Arabia please stand up? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Shifting Sands: The Emerging Landscape of Today’s Middle EastFrom the Mediterranean shores of the Maghreb to the caverns of the Caucasus, new players are shaping today's greater Middle East. Three of America’s most renowned foreign policy experts delve into the issues that are reshaping the contours of the Arab and Muslim worlds. Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Terror in Our Backyard: The Reach of Radicals Operating in AmericaOpen societies are proving to be increasingly fertile ground for terrorist groups. How extensive is the U.S.-based terrorist network and how are these groups exploiting our freedoms to advance their destructive agendas? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - War in the Skies: America and Israel's Efforts to Build a Missile DefenseAs the range of ballistic missiles extends, U.S.-Israeli cooperation on a shield has grown more intense - and essential. What has already been accomplished, and what must be done in order to keep both countries safe? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - What Does Iran Really Want?A nuclear-hungry Iran is expanding its support for terrorist groups and making clear its ambitions to lead the Muslim world. How dangerous is Iran, and what can we do about it? Featuring
| |
Middle East Spotlight - Who's the Boss? The Future of Palestinian LeadershipHamas holds Gaza and Palestinian infighting is raging. What are the prospects for a stable, peaceful Palestinian government? Featuring
| |
3:15 PM - 4:30 PMBreakout Sessions Track III | |
Briefing Theater - Is Israel a Strategic Asset to America or a Dangerous Liability?In this state-of-the-art multimedia presentation, one of AIPAC's leading security experts explores the evolution of the U.S.-Israel strategic relationship and why Israel continues to be an asset to America. Featuring
| |
Briefing Theater - Jerusalem: Whose City Is It Anyway?Jerusalem is treasured by the world's three great monotheistic religions, but the Holy City's Jewish connection and centrality to Israel's identity is unique. Through the power of multimedia, depart on a walking tour that unearths Jerusalem's Jewish history and forecasts its future. Featuring
| |
Briefing Theater - The U.S.-Israel Relationship: Is It Worth It for America?In this one-of-a-kind multimedia production one of AIPAC's top lobbyists provides an insider's perspectives on how the U.S.-Israel alliance is built and where it is headed. Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Blocking the Bomb: How Divestment Efforts Are Helping Prevent a Nuclear IranAcross the country, local and state-level efforts are underway to divest from Iran. Learn how this grassroots movement is helping starve Iran's nuclear program of much-needed cash. Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Campaign Insider: A Review of the Races and Faces Shaping the '08 ElectionsAn exclusive off-the-record briefing by a senior AIPAC political expert who explores an election that could reshape American policy toward the Middle East. Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Decision 2008: Race for the White HouseA top-flight panel of pundits explore the issues and people shaping the presidential race. Panelists
| |
Politics & Activism - Emerging Alliance: African Americans and the Pro-Israel CommunityClosely united by the civil rights movement, African Americans and Jews have shared history and a biblical connection to the land of Israel. How can this historical alliance be ignited around the pro-Israel cause? Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Friends of Faith: Evangelical Christians and the Pro-Israel MovementA growing number of Christians are putting their activism where their hearts are. What is the basis of this support for Israel and what might it mean to the future of the pro-Israel movement? Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Growing Ties: The Latino and Pro-Israel CommunitiesJews and Latinos share an immigrant heritage and a passion for American politics. How is this foundation sparking a new pro-Israel political alliance? Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Making the Case for IsraelDelegates learn how to make the case for Israel and the U.S.-Israel relationship from two leading members of Congress. Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Political Youth Quake: Implications for the Pro-Israel Student MovementOn campuses everywhere, pro-Israel students have emerged as a true political force. Join experts as they explore current trends and forecast challenges and opportunities. Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Road to the White House: A Political RoundtableSome of America's leading political insiders assess what the candidates must do in order to win the presidency. Panelists
| |
Politics & Activism - The Presidential Situation Room: How Candidates Develop Their Foreign PolicyJoin elite foreign policy experts as they go behind the scenes and explore the processes and personalities that help shape the policies of our top political leaders. Panelists
| |
Politics & Activism - Uniting Issue: Why Israel Enjoys Bipartisan Support on Capitol HillTwo leading members of Congress from opposite ends of the political spectrum explore why Israel brings Democrats and Republicans together. Featuring
| |
Politics & Activism - Words that Work: Effective Communication for Pro-Israel ActivistsLeading communication advisors explore how supporters of the U.S.-Israel relationship can get their message across more effectively. Featuring
| |
6:30 PM - 9:30 PMMonday Dinner PlenarySpecial Address
| |