Peloni: The MAGA movement in the US has always been characterized by its pro-Israel nature. In fact, I have often described it as the most philosemitic political movement in US history, and I think that is a fair description. It is interesting and informing to recognize that the same people whose affinity towards the restoration of America to its former greatness is also highly supportive of the US-Israeli alliance. These two nations have had a profound influence on each other, from the very early hours of their respective declarations of statehood, even as Israel was not reconstituted as a state until some 173 years after America declared its independence. So it is hardly surprising to see that the very same people who are fostering totalitarian dreams of transforming America from a free market society based on meritocracy into something darker are simultaneously focusing on changing, diminishing, or simply eradicating the special relationship which exists between America and Israel. So it falls to the people of America to choose their own future and what connections should be conserved and which should be excised as it continues to seek its path back towards the greatness that came from its 250 year old foundations based on Judeo-Christian values, and the emphasis of recognizing and maximizing the dignity of men. The reality of America’s past is clear, and if the MAGA movement maintains it unity and focus, its future will be as well. As Joan Swirsky suggests below, when casting their votes for the future of America, Americans should vote their conscience, vote their values and Make America Great Again…
Joan Swirsky | July 18, 2026
Vice President JD Vance Hosting The Charlie Kirk Show. Photo by The White House – YouTube: VP Vance Hosts the Charlie Kirk Show, Public Domain, Wikipedia
Once upon a time––in 2017, according to VP JD Vance––a state senator from Ohio met an already-arrived conservative commentator and they had what is commonly known as chemistry. They connected. They liked each other. They agreed about major issues, except for one.
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