Actually, Sanders’s remarks about Israel, which he delivered in a campaign
appearance, rather than in front of AIPAC was openly critical of Israeli
dealings in Gaza and the West Bank. And, although he did not appear at AIPAC,
we all know that they have all read/heard what Sanders had to say, although
I’ve seen no reaction…doesn’t mean AIPAC had none, but I have not read
anything.
Clinton and Trump, on the other hand, predictably sucked up to AIPAC, and,
almost comically, AIPAC didn’t buy a lot of it.
On Mar 30, 2016, at 4:31 PM, Bob Hachey <bhachey@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi Miriam,
Firstly, good for you for having the chutzpah to put out a recommendation
for Shell Shocked on that list. IT is sad that you had to endure hostility
as a result of your action.
Secondly, there is no doubt that the Isreal lobby has tremendous influence
both in congress and among our people generally. Heck, even Sanders who is
opposed to many of our overseas actions is extremely careful when speaking
of Isreal.
Finally, I've come in for a good bit of criticism for condemning Protective
Edge and other Israeli atrocities. I've even been accused of supporting
groups like al qaeda and ISIS! First rule of thumb wen you dare to advocate
for anything that is not supportive of the Likud government here in America?
Shields up!
Bob Hachey
