American Jewish Committee Issues Statement on Israel Government Decision to Bar Reps. Omar, Tlaib
August 15, 2019
August 15, 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 15 -- The American Jewish Committee issued the following statement by CEO David Harris in response to Israel government's decision to bar Reps. Ilhan Omar, D-Minnesota, and Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, from entering the country:
"As long-time friends and supporters of Israel, AJC has always believed that visiting Israel is essential to gaining a better understanding of this dynamic country and the very real security challenges it faces.
"When Cong . . .
"As long-time friends and supporters of Israel, AJC has always believed that visiting Israel is essential to gaining a better understanding of this dynamic country and the very real security challenges it faces.
"When Cong . . .