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Barack Obama’s policy on israel

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Should the U.S. continue to support Israel?

  Public statementsWe should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

Barack Obama’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

Reference: “Barack Obama tells Israel it 'cannot permanently occupy and settle Palestinian land’ Barack Obama has told Israel it cannot perm...” ‐co.uk

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Barack Obama voters

Answer: We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 373 voters that voted for Barack Obama in the 2012 Presidential election.

Party influence

Democratic Party Answer: Yes

Importance: Less Important

Reference: “A strong and secure Israel is vital to the United States because we share overarching strategic interests and the common values ...” ‐democrats.org

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Very strongly agree

Yes

Obama's administration consistently supported Israel, making it likely that he would agree with a simple 'yes' to this question. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly agree

Yes, but respect Israel’s sovereignty and do not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors

Obama's administration did respect Israel’s sovereignty and did not dictate how it should interact with its neighbors. However, he did express concerns about some of Israel's actions, such as settlement expansion. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, and with more aid and support

While Obama's administration did provide significant aid and support to Israel, he did not necessarily advocate for increasing it. His approach was more nuanced, focusing on peace negotiations and a two-state solution. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

We should give equal support to Israel and Palestine.

Obama's administration did support a two-state solution and sought to mediate between Israel and Palestine. However, the U.S.'s relationship with Israel was stronger and more established, suggesting he might not agree with equal support for both. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, we should be less involved

Obama's administration was involved in the Israel-Palestine conflict, but he did not advocate for less involvement. Instead, he sought to mediate and encourage peace negotiations. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

Yes, and increase funding in order to move our embassy to Jerusalem

While Obama's administration did support Israel, he did not move the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem, a move that was later made by his successor, Donald Trump. This suggests he may not have agreed with increasing funding for this purpose. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Not the current administration

This answer is vague and does not provide a clear stance on the issue. However, Obama's administration did support Israel, suggesting he would not agree with a statement implying otherwise. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No

Obama's administration consistently supported Israel, making it unlikely that he would agree with a simple 'no' to this question. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, cut all support and aid

Obama's administration consistently supported Israel, both politically and financially. Cutting all support and aid would be contrary to his policies. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, we should not give aid to any foreign nations

Obama's administration provided aid to many foreign nations, including Israel. He would likely strongly disagree with a policy of not giving aid to any foreign nations. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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