This chapter explores the daily responsibilities and challenges faced by the Ambassador of Israel to the United States, including interactions with various groups, social schedules, and the need for flexibility. It also discusses the challenges and perceptions surrounding Israel's public relations efforts, including the role of ambassadors in shaping public opinion and the historical context of anti-Semitic biases.
For decades, American aid to Israel has sent a strategic message: the greatest superpower in the world stands behind the Jewish state. But does it really? Historian and former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Oren tells EconTalk's Russ Roberts that it's time for Israel to stop accepting U.S. foreign aid. He also explains why he's optimistic about Israel's future even as the Gaza War drags on.