Government Relations
APN maintains strong relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and Executive Branch officials. A non-partisan organization . with a non-partisan mission, APN supplies timely information, analysis, expertise and education, providing a pro-Israel, pro-peace, American Jewish perspective on issues and legislation related to Israel and the quest for Middle East peace and, security. APN also engages in advocacy, directly and through its nationwide Action Network, to promote pro-Israel/pro-peace legislation and policy
APN publishes the Legislative Round-Up -- the most comprehensive resource available anywhere on Middle East-related developments on Capitol Hill -- every Friday when Congress is in session. APN also hosts policy briefings on Capitol Hill and brings experts to meet with policy makers to maintain a steady flow of balanced information from the region.
Prospects for the success of Israeli-Palestinian negotiations were downplayed by Prime Minister
Netanyahu at his photo-op with President Obama following their meeting today. Here is what Netanyahu
had to say about efforts to achieve peace with the Palestinians:
- “Twenty years of peace process were marked by many Israeli steps for peace but we got suicide bombers and rockets in return.”
- “It’s about time the Palestinians recognize Israel as a Jewish state – we have only been there for 4,000 years.”
- “The people of Israel expect me to stand strong against pressure and for the security of Israel.”