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Haviv Rettig Gur: Why is Israel still the first campaign stop for wannabe US presidents?

Jul 14, 2026 · 47m

Summary

Host Amanda Borschel-Dunn and analyst Khabib Retigur discuss the loss of pro-Israel Senator Lindsey Graham and the strategic visits of Democratic contenders Rahm Emanuel and Ro Khanna to Israel. They analyze how Israel has become a polarizing symbol in US politics, fueling rising antisemitism and leaving American Jews feeling vulnerable and disconnected from traditional institutions.

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