Why should Conservatives be friends of Israel ?
Conservatives should be friends of Israel because Conservatives believe in supporting democracy, defending freedom and standing up against terrorism. Israel is in the front line in the international struggle against terrorist violence and we should show solidarity with all involved in that fight. Conservatives also recognise Israel ‘s unique position as a lone democracy in a region that currently boasts no Others. I am a strong admirer of what Israelis have achieved in the fields of science, the arts, business and philanthropy, and of the immeasurable contribution of Jewish culture to our own society. 2. Why should supporters of Israel support the Conservative Party? I am glad that there are supporters of Israel in all Britain ‘s major political parties. An understanding of, and sympathy towards, Israel ‘s position should be natural for most democrats. But there are special reasons why the Conservative Party is a logical home for friends of Israel . Conservatives instinctively know tha
