U.S.-Israel Relationship

The United States and Israel share the same values and a common commitment to democracy and freedom. Close strategic, economic, political and diplomatic ties between the United States and Israel further U.S. interests, promote regional peace and enhance the security of both nations.

President Barack Obama

Vice President Joe Biden

President George W. Bush

Rep. John Boehner (R-OH)

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV)

Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY)

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (R-CA)

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD)

"The enemies of Israel should have no doubt that regardless of Party, Americans stand shoulder to shoulder in our commitment to Israel's security."

President Barack Obama

"Our commitment is unshakeable. We will continue to provide Israel with the assistance that it needs. We will continue to defend Israel's right to defend itself and make its own judgements about what it needs to do to defend itself."

Vice President Joe Biden

"We long for peace. Israel longs for peace. America longs for peace. Yet, there can be no peace without defending our security."

President George W. Bush

"Israel and the United States have a unique friendship based on our mutual commitment to democracy, freedom and peace. And as the new House majority leader, I can assure you that under my leadership, legislation that is in any way perceived as anti-Israel will not be considered in the House of Representatives."

Rep. John Boehner (R-OH)

"We stand with Israel because Israel demonstrates that democracy can flourish in the most difficult conditions because it's very existence is a stinging rebuke to hatred and the Holocaust; because in defending against and defeating terror, Israel's cause is our cause."

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton

"But when it comes to the peace and security of Israel, there is no partisan divide. We're united and committed, Democrats and Republicans, to protecting and preserving the securities of the state of Israel and its right to defend itself."

Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV)

"In a town where the two Parties seldom agree on much, Israel has always been a notable exception."

Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY)

"One thing, however, that is unchanged, America’s commitment to the safety and security of the state of Israel is unwavering. America and Israel share an unbreakable bond in war, in peace, in prosperity and in hardship."

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (R-CA)

"My friends, Israel does not stand alone in this world. Her fight against those who would seek her destruction is America’s fight as well, as it should be the fight of all who love liberty and reject terrorism."

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD)

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Talking Points

Commitment to Democracy.
The U.S.-Israel relationship is a deep and natural alliance between two democracies that share a commitment to the rule of law, freedom of religion and speech and human rights.
Strategic Allies.
Long-standing U.S.-Israel strategic cooperation allows the two allies to face common threats, including terrorism and weapons proliferation. Israeli innovation in the defense and homeland security areas has helped protect American soldiers abroad and civilians at home.
Economic Parternship.
Joint U.S.-Israel research and trade has helped strengthen the economies of both nations. Joint research programs and a Free Trade Agreement—the first between the United States and any country—have spurred collaboration, innovation and commerce between the allies.

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