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The US and Israel’s ‘special relationship’ — Part 2

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The Impact of Anti-BDS Laws in the U.S.

This chapter explores the implications of anti-BDS laws in the United States, particularly focusing on a case where a local paper was pressured into a non-boycotting agreement with a longstanding advertiser. It discusses the intersection of local journalism, financial influences, and the legal challenges posed by these laws, which are seen as threats to free speech. The chapter also highlights how evangelical beliefs have influenced these laws and the broader implications for social issue activism and protests.

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