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@ISIDEWITHQuestionsForeign policy13yrs ago

Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

The U.S. currently gives $38 billion to Israel every year in foreign aid assistance. Most of the aid is used by Israel to buy American military hardware, such as jets and components for missile defense. $38 billion is 50% of the United States’ foreign aid budget for 2017. Opponents argue that the aid given to Israel is unnecessary since the country provides free healthcare and college tuition to its citizens. Proponents argue that the aid is necessary to promote democracy in the Middle East and maintain a balance of power with other countries in the region.

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What would happen if the U.S. stopped giving foreign aid to countries like Israel altogether—how do you think it would impact global relations?

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Do you think the U.S. should prioritize social programs and economic development when giving aid, rather than military investment?

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Do you think it's fair for the U.S. to invest such a large portion of its foreign aid budget into one country, and why?

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How do you think providing military aid affects the U.S.'s role in international conflicts and peacekeeping efforts?

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Why do you think some countries receive more aid than others, and do you agree with this approach?

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How would you feel if the U.S. redirected some of the money given to other countries or used it for domestic issues, like healthcare or education?

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Do you believe military aid to countries contributes to greater peace or simply escalates conflicts, and why?

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How important do you think it is for the U.S. to balance supporting democratic nations abroad while addressing its own issues at home?

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Would you support similar financial assistance to other countries in the Middle East, such as Palestine, why or why not?

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In your opinion, how does the U.S.-Israel relationship influence global perceptions of America, particularly in the Middle East?

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