Democrats Need a Tough New Approach to Israel, Even if Netanyahu Loses

Mr. Finer was the principal deputy national security adviser under President Biden.

After next week’s election in Israel, Democrats in Washington will face a decision. They can continue the longstanding practice of imploring Israel to improve its behavior in the region and imposing no consequences. Or they can identify pressure to exert when they return to power in Congress and ultimately the White House.

The case for a new approach will be more compelling if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s longest-serving leader, remains in office, an outcome that would be worse for Israel, the Palestinians and the United........

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