Israeli Leaders
“The Israel Project has given Israel new tools in the battle to win the hearts and minds of the world. They are doing valuable work not being done anywhere else — and their team is experienced and trusted.”
—Shimon Peres, President of the State of Israel
“For the past several years, we have witnessed an increase in anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment. Misinformation, ignorance and racism are rampant, and media and other biases are hindering Israel’s objectives, despite significant political advances.
For the past five years The Israel Project has provided in-depth, insightful and balanced information relating to the State of Israel and its place within the context of the complex reality of the Middle East. Its dedication to educating the press and the public about Israel has proven invaluable in advance our standing in the world and disseminating accurate information about our positions.”
—Ehud Olmert, Prime Minister of Israel
“The Israel Project does important work to ensure that reporters get the facts about Israel right, and that Israel’s leaders understand the forces that sway international public opinion on matters vital to the State.”
—Benjamin Netanyahu, Former Prime Minister of Israel
“Thank you for your tremendous work and effort that you and the rest of The Israel Project continue to do in support of the State of Israel. Your work helps strengthen Israel and the Jewish people around the world. The polling, press events, regular media relations work and public relations campaign throughout the Unites States that you continue to organize, are greatly appreciated. The Israel Project is making a tremendous impact on the United States–Israel relationship.”
—Sallai Meridor, Ambassador of Israel to the United States
“When more than 4,000 Iran-backed Hizbullah rockets were shot into Israel during the war, your team was on the front lines working with reporters to make sure they had the facts they needed in order to get the story right. At the same time, you have worked tirelessly to help expose the threat of a nuclear Iran—not only to Israel but also to the world. Your guided helicopter tours have now shown more than 600 journalists from around the world Israel’s tiny size and enormous security threats, and that you have never forgotten the people of Sderot and their need to live free of rockets attacks, were and still are of great help to us.”
—Ambassador Aviv Shir-On, Deputy Director General for Media and Public Diplomacy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, State of Israel
“During every major media event over the past few years, The Israel Project staff was on the scene, diligently assisting the foreign media and helping…. And one can certainly not forget that which, in the opinion of many, constitutes ‘the single most important element that clarifies Israel’s situation to the foreign journalists’ — the helicopter flights!”
—Daniel Seaman, Director, Office of the Prime Minister Government Press Office, State of Israel
“Whether it is through guest speakers that have included Ari Fleischer, Mr. Fran Luntz, and Dr. Stanley Greenberg, reviewing the informative results of surveys measuring the image of Israel and the IDG in the eyes of the elite and publics in Europe and North America, or through our frequent consultations and meetings, the suggestions, expertise and approachability of The Israel Project staff have been much appreciated and TIP truly deserves our heartfelt thanks.”
—Major Avital Leibovich, Head of International Press Branch, Israeli Defense Forces Spokesperson Brigade
“Your television ads, mail pieces, events for journalists, and research and training for pro-Israel activists have been most significant in helping defend Israel and promoting its public image…Your polling, message formation and communications efforts are especially needed during this time for Israel.”
—Daniel Ayalon, Israel's Former Ambassador to the United States
“Given the challenges to Israel and Jews around the world, The Israel Project plays a vital role. They produce valuable communications tools and insight that make both Jews and Israel safer.”
—Natan Sharansky, former Minister for Diaspora Affairs, State of Israel
American Leaders
“Since its foundation in 2002, The Israel Project has helped fill the gaps between what Israel really is and how it is portrayed in the media. Your organization works to get reporters the facts they need to get the story right. I appreciate the work of your entire team… I firmly believe that Israel’s security is in the direct national security interests of the United States, and I appreciate your organization’s commitment to this aim. I wish you continued success in your effort to keep Israel safe and strong.
—Rep. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader, United States Congress
“We are all aware of the challenge our allies in Israel face in the media as they undertake efforts to protect their people and secure their borders. As a strong advocate of Israel throughout my time in Congress, I would like to commend the work performed by TIP in ensuring that Israel and its policies are presented in the proper context. All of these efforts serve to make our ally Israel stronger and better understood by others.”
—Rep. Roy Blunt, Republican Whip, United States Congress
“Five years ago, The Israel Project didn’t exist in the United States, and there was no organization that focused on disseminating accurate information to the press and broadcast media regarding Israel and the Middle East. Today, The Israel Project, which is composed of world-renowned pollsters and communications experts, uses proven, data-driven, effective communications to help strengthen the understanding of Israel as a democratic force for peace.”
—Rep. Brad Sherman, Chairman, Subcommittee on Terrorism, Nonproliferation and Trade
“The Israel Project has been a constructive force for peace and understanding. Your founders and leaders have developed an organization that can offer an alternative authoritative source for information about Israel and the Middle East. The Israel Projects provides a resource to journalists as well as an outlet for truth.
—Senator Benjamin Cardin
“In this fast-paced, 24/7 news environment, the media expects to be given soundbites, facts and visuals for every story they cover. I know that every group with a cause in America uses talking points, press kits and trained spokespeople. The Israel Project (TIP) does that job in support of Israel like no one else. TIP's team is talented, trusted, and fills a vital need.”
—Rep. Jon C. Porter
“I am honored to serve on The Israel Project's Board of Advisors. It's a worthy organization that does a tremendous public service. The Israel Project's work helps strengthen Israel, reduce anti-Semitism and increase pride in Israel.”
—Rep. Elliot Engel
“The Israel Project has filled a critical void. Providing accurate, unaltered and factual information to the media to ensure balanced coverage of Israel not only benefits Israel, but educates Americans as well. The Israel Project helps American citizens understand a very complicated part of the world—places that are in desperate need of security and peace.”
—Rep. Joe Wilson
“Thank you for sending the DVDs of Holy Land: Christians in Peril. I appreciate your consideration in sharing them with me and will be sure to share them with others.”
—Jeb Bush, Former Governor of the State of Florida
Jewish Organizations
“You [TIP] have been very helpful to all of us who work in the fields of pro-Israel advocacy in America. The JCPA, as a group that works in partnership across the political spectrum, is deeply appreciative not only of your work, but also of the collaboration that we have experienced in many important venues…. As we work together on stopping the threat of Iran and building for the celebration of Israel’s 60th Anniversary, we look forward to deepening our partnership in the future.”
—Steve Gutow, Executive Director, Jewish Council for Public Affairs
—Lois Fran, Chair, Jewish Council for Public Affairs
“The Israel Project’s strategic media advice and programmatic expertise have proved to be strong assets to pro-Israel organizations across the nation, including ours. Our JCRC prides itself that we hosted, with TIP, the first regional conference in America focused on the Iranian threat.”
—Ron Halber, Executive Director, Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington
—Susan Weinberg, President, Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington
“We have worked together on a wide variety of proactive initiatives—including the large pro-Israel rally at the 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston, and in the television advertising campaign promoting Israel’s sacrifices for peace. Your media training, conference calls, and backgrounders are an invaluable part of our pro-Israel advocacy strategy.”
—Nancy K. Kaufman, Executive Director, Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Boston
“Your involvement with the Israel on Campus Coalition of Greater Washington has been a source of strength to us all. You have helped to train students who to work with the campus media. You have taught them to recognize how to decide with a situation with or without media attention. The students and professionals that you have worked with are indebted to all of you for your openness and willingness to work with us at all hours of the day and night.”
—Judy Novenstein, Chair/Coordinator, Israel on Campus Coalition of Greater Washington
“You have all our love, appreciation and admiration for all you are doing for the state of Israel, its people and for the memory of our beloved children. We salute your brilliant work.”
—“The Three Fathers” (Yossi Zur, Ron Kehrmann, Yossi Mendelevich— three Israeli fathers who lost their children in a terrorist attack on March 5, 2003, when bus #37 a Hamas suicide murderer killed 17 Israelis)
“Their [TIP’s] effort in standing up for the truth in the Middle East has made a great difference and became an inspiration for me personally.”
—Nonie Darwish, Founder, Arabs for Israel
“I have utilized The Israel Project’s research, talking points, and ‘key proven words and concepts which work.’”
—Allan Gale, Associate Director, Jewish Community Council of Metropolitan Detroit
“The Israel Project has been particularly helpful in clarifying the crafting of our media responses and I highly value their work.”
—Judah Segal, Executive Director, Raleigh-Cary Jewish Federation
“This research is the most extensive study of its kind since the current violence began.”
—Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman, Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations
“Thanks to training by The Israel Project, I had the skills and confidence I needed to stand up for Israel successfully on campus.”
—Elana Jaffe, Student Barnard College, President, Lion PAC at Columbia
“The Israel Project is what we are looking at in order to educate local friends.”
—Orit Ramler Szulik, Director, Durham–Chapel Hill Jewish Federation
Media
“We applaud these efforts and encourage other Jewish groups to become involved in creative ways of making Israel's case, based on sophisticated research and educational marketing rather than on emotional arguments that play to Jewish audiences but not necessarily to mainstream America.”
—Gary Rosenblatt, Editor and Publisher, New York Jewish Week
“I have one recommendation about this year's seminar—Go! Don't think about it, just go.”
—Jon Loew, President, Fuel for Truth
“Thank you—I really support your group.”
—Journalist from major radio outlet
“It was valuable.” (Referring to TIP's newsmaker luncheon with Israel's U.S. Ambassador)
—Journalist from major newspaper outlet
“I appreciate your approach—offering help instead of just criticizing us.”
—Journalist from major newspaper outlet
