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“The Special Relationship and the Israel Lobby”—Foreign Influence on American Policy
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- Apr 11, 2026
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Summary
This episode examines how foreign governments—particularly Britain, Israel, and Saudi Arabia—influence American foreign policy through lobbying, campaign contributions, think tanks, intelligence sharing, and the revolving door between government and advocacy. The episode applies a consistent analytical standard—cui bono—to all relationships, examining the costs and benefits of each and asking whether American interests are served. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jeffkellick.substack.com