How Israel Went From Enemy to Darling of the Right
What Really Matters with Walter Russell Mead
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The Shift in Perception and Support for Israel on the Political Right
This chapter discusses the reasons behind the shift of the right towards being more pro-Israel. It explores the history of conspiracy thinking about the Jews and anti-Semitism, the association of the Communist Party with Jewish membership, and the left-wing nature of Israel in its early years. Additionally, it highlights the partisanship surrounding the recognition of Israel by Truman and the belief among conservative Christians that the return of the people of Israel to the lands of the Bible fulfilled Bible prophecy.
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