Jon Ossoff is not betraying Israel, and his critics do not speak for Georgia’s Jews - opinion

Two recent opinion pieces in the Jewish press have attacked Senator Jon Ossoff's stance on Israel, but the author argues these critics do not speak for the broader Jewish community in Georgia. Ossoff, who is running for reelection, has consistently supported Israel, voting in favor of arms sales and aid 90% of the time, according to one critic.

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a member of Congress should view Israel like a spouse in a marriage: staying faithful 100% of the time, and anything less is cheating.

However, Ossoff has also voted against three specific arms sales due to concerns about potential violations of U.S. law regarding the use of American weapons by allies. The author contends that while some critics view unwavering support for Israel as essential, a U.S. official's primary duty is to act in the best interests of the United States, which may not always align with an ally's agenda.

This integrity and competence are highlighted as key advantages Ossoff holds over his Republican opponent, Congressman Mike Collins. The author characterizes Collins as an proponent of extreme MAGA positions, including stances on abortion, the January 6th Capitol insurrection, and election denial. Collins's associations with "American Nazis and Christian Nationalists" are also noted as deeply concerning.

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But a foreign state is not a spouse, and an alliance between countries is not a marriage.

The opinion piece asserts that Ossoff's voting record reflects a principled approach, prioritizing U.S. interests and adherence to law, rather than a betrayal of Israel. The author concludes that these attacks on Ossoff are desperate attempts by right-wing elements to support Collins's struggling campaign.

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He has historically supported a complete ban on abortion with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the life of the mother.