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I've become concerned lately that Zionism is taking over Washington D.C. and our politicians are being controlled by Israel. What do you know about this?
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It is not uncommon for powerful interest groups to attempt to sway U.S. policy in their favor. Israel has the right to expect that its allies and friends in the United States make decisions in support of its legitimate security needs. In recent years, there has been a great deal of attention given to lobbyists and organizations that support Israel. Many analysts argue that Zionist organizations and supporters of Israel have an unusually large amount of influence on policy decisions that involve that country, particularly in relation to the Middle East peace process and United States military aid. Ultimately, it is up to the American citizens and elected representatives to determine whether or not U.S. foreign policy is shaped in part by Zionists and supportive organizations or if such efforts are beneficial and balanced.