Ron Paul’s stated position is that we should treat Israel exactly the same as we treat all of our other allies. On your show, I have heard you express your support of the Thomas Jefferson quote, “honest friendship with all nations, entangling alliances with none.” This is Dr. Paul’s position exactly. By demanding that Ron Paul express favored treatment to Israel, you are rejecting Jefferson’s sentiment. Furthermore, I have heard you on your show repeatedly reject the notion that government must “force” individuals to give charity. You have always recognized that charity must come from the voluntary choice of individuals. That it is not morally acceptable for the government to take from Peter to give to Paul. It would seem that this belief is not consistent with demanding the federal government give foreign aid to Israel. Foreign aid is just another method of forced charity. I would suggest that you approach the issue of financial aid for Israel in the same way you approach the issue of helping the poor and needy here in the United States. Encourage individuals to donate. If you believe the government of Israel needs our financial support, perhaps you should write them a check yourself, rather than demanding I sacrifice some of my income to support them..
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