Lenny Ben-David

The writer served as a senior Israeli diplomat in Washington. Today he is a consultant on public affairs and blogs at www.lennybendavid.com.

The Upcoming Rachel Corrie Trial: Go After Her Real Killers

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 - by Lenny Ben-David

An open letter to Rachel Corrie's parents from an Israeli parent. (Related: And don't miss Ronald Radosh: A Note to Israel: Try Rachel Corrie’s Accusers.)

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Israel Defense Forces: Skillful in Saving Lives — and if It Must, in Taking Them

Thursday, January 28th, 2010 - by Lenny Ben-David

A former IDF medic praises the tremendous capabilities on display in Haiti, and wishes they only ever had to be in the business of lifesaving.

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The Saudis Take a Stroll on J Street

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 - by Lenny Ben-David

There are some very close ties between Saudi Arabia, the Arab American Institute, and J Street.

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J Street Fails Its Fans

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 - by Lenny Ben-David

The hoopla surrounding the upstart lobby doesn't translate into instant political clout.

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Showdown on J Street

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 - by Lenny Ben-David

Pointed questions for director Jeremy Ben-Ami before the new "pro-Israel, pro-peace" lobby's first big conference.

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Why Does J Street Attract the Friends of Saudi Arabia?

Monday, October 5th, 2009 - by Lenny Ben-David

Exposing the tip of the iceberg, er, the tip of the sand dune.

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Peeling Off J Street’s Invisibility Cloak: What Today’s NY Times Magazine Won’t Tell You

Sunday, September 13th, 2009 - by Lenny Ben-David

Examine the new progressive pro-Israel lobby closely, and you'll find a Palestinian billionaire and agents for Arab states.

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