Who we are
J Street organizes pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans to promote US policies that embody our deeply held Jewish and democratic values and that help secure the State of Israel as a democratic homeland for the Jewish people. We believe that only a negotiated resolution agreed to by Israelis and Palestinians can meet the legitimate needs and national aspirations of both peoples.
Working in the American political system, in the Jewish community and with others with whom we share core values, we advocate for diplomacy-first American leadership and policies that advance justice, equality, peace, and democracy in Israel, in the wider region and in the United States as well.
What we do
J Street was created to serve as the political home and voice for pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans. The views of the majority of American Jews were previously underrepresented and ignored in our politics. We’re changing that, and in the process transforming our national conversation about what it means to be pro-Israel. We advocate and engage on every level – in Washington, in political campaigns, in our communities and on campuses. By changing the conversation, we open up political space for elected leaders to support policies that advance a secure, Jewish and democratic future for Israel and reflect the shared values that underlie the US-Israel relationship.
– Senator Tim Kaine
Our work in Congress and with the Administration
We advocate for:
- Proactive leadership toward a two-state solution
- Diplomatic approaches to resolving long-standing conflicts and addressing challenges
- Policies that advance long-term US and Israeli security and reflect the core values of the US-Israel relationship
- Measures that build trust and increase human security for Israelis and Palestinians on the ground
Our work on political campaigns
- Raised over $9 million in political giving in 2022
- Endorsed 140+ Congressional candidates, including more than half of the Democratic caucus
- 96.2% win rate in primaries, 92% win rate in general elections
Our work in communities
- 200,000 supporters
- 1100+ national lay leaders
- 1000+ Rabbinic and Cantorial Cabinet members
- Hosting the third-largest annual gathering of American Jews
- 350 annual congressional meetings
Our work on campuses
- Presences on over 95 campuses
- 1000 new students trained each year
- 600 campus events held annually