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J Street Congratulates Secretary Hagel on his confirmation

We congratulate Senator Chuck Hagel who was confirmed today by the Senate to become our nation's next Secretary of Defense...

Concrete Action to Advance Two-State Solution Must Follow State of the Union

We welcome President Obama’s promise “to stand steadfast with Israel in pursuit of security and a lasting peace” in his...

Obama Trip to Reignite Two State Solution

J Street congratulates President Obama on his decision to visit Israel and hopes his trip will lead to an early...

EU Should List Hezbollah As Terrorist Group

Following the Bulgarian Government's confirmation that Hezbollah was behind last July's attack on a tour bus which killed five Israeli...

J Street Condemns Attack on US Embassy

We condemn today’s terrorist attack at the US Embassy in Ankara. Our hearts go out to those injured or killed...

Kerry Confirmation a Promising Sign for Those Urging US Leadership on a Two-State Solution

J Street welcomes the vote and is encouraged by the Secretary's statements during his confirmation hearing and elsewhere that Israeli-Palestinian...

Israel moves to the center

Israeli voters have spoken – and they have clearly moved the country back toward the center politically.

“The Gatekeepers” Shines Light on Moral Costs of West Bank Occupation

A new Israeli film, nominated today for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, is offering a unique look into...

J Street Invites Activists to ‘Smear a Bagel, Not Chuck Hagel

WASHINGTON - In the face of a vicious attack on the character of President Obama's choice for Secretary of Defense,...