People often ask why the US sends billions of dollars to Israel.

The US has a big debt and spends a lot on defense, so it's fair to question the money sent to Israel. But we should look at what the US gets in return, not just what it gives.

It's wrong to only look at the cost of something without thinking about its benefits.

The US and Israel have a strategic alliance, not a charity.

I'm a cultural Jew, but I support Israel because it makes America stronger, not for religious reasons.

After being a US ambassador and working in business, I believe the US-Israel alliance is good for America.

The US has many important allies, like Britain and Japan, but Israel is special.

Israel is in a category by itself because of its unique position and abilities.

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Israel has good intelligence, a strong military, and advanced technology, which helps the US.

The US-Israel relationship has grown over time, starting with President Harry Truman recognizing Israel in 1948.

Critics point out that the US gives Israel $3.8 billion in security aid each year, but this is a small part of the US defense budget.

We should think about what the US gets from Israel, not just what it gives.

The US gets important help from Israel, like intelligence and technology.

Israel's location and abilities make it a valuable partner for the US.

Much of the US aid to Israel comes back to the US through purchases of American products.

There's another reason the US-Israel relationship is special.

Israel is the only stable democracy in the Middle East, with a working government and courts.

The US should criticize Israel when it's wrong, but this doesn't mean the alliance is bad.

If Israel didn't exist, the consequences would be severe, with Iran becoming more powerful.

The US would have to spend more money and send more troops to the Middle East if Israel weren't there.

It's ironic that some people think abandoning Israel would save the US money, when it would actually cost more.

Foreign policy is about what's best for the country, not just about feelings.

The US should challenge Israel when it's wrong, but not abandon the alliance.

Good allies are valuable, and the US-Israel alliance is one of the best.

The US-Israel partnership is a good investment for US security, despite its costs.

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Gordon Sondland was a US ambassador to the EU and has written a book about diplomacy.

He thinks the US-Israel alliance is important for US security and prosperity.

Sondland has experience in business and diplomacy, and believes in the value of the US-Israel partnership.

He wrote about his experiences in his book, The Envoy.