Israel, AIPAC and Difficult Questions for Democrats
The Daily
Jul 29, 2026
AIPAC’s aggressive pivot to a rigid, unconditional litmus test for Israel support has transformed it from a bipartisan bridge into a polarizing force. By targeting moderate Democrats who question military aid, the lobby has inadvertently fueled anti-AIPAC sentiment and created new political opportunities for progressive candidates.
Key insight: AIPAC's spending in the 2024 cycle reached a staggering $120 million, yet its strategy of targeting moderate Democrats has occasionally backfired, resulting in the election of candidates even further to the left on Israel policy.
