J Street

The new address for Middle East peace and security

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JStreetPAC in 2008

JStreetPAC is the first political action committee to endorse and raise funds for federal candidates based on their support for Israel and for American policy in the Middle East that promotes security through peace, a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and active diplomacy to address regional conflicts.

In 2008, JStreetPAC endorsed 41 candidates – 3 for the Senate and 38 for the House. 33 of the PAC’s candidates won, including four in highly competitive races for open seats and four challengers who unseated incumbents - click here for the full list.  The PAC distributed over $578,000 to its candidates, more than any other pro-Israel PAC in the two-year cycle, despite only launching publicly in April 2008.   Our endorsements made a real difference in a number of these contests, many of which were extremely tight, often edging out entrenched incumbents for fresh voices, ready to incite change. 

The PAC endorsed candidates from all corners of the country, Republicans and Democrats, Arab-Americans and Jews, incumbents and first-time challengers.  JStreetPAC is looking forward to working with all 33 of the endorsees who will be serving in the 111th Congress to promote pro-Israel, pro-peace policies. 

Topline 2008 Statistics

  • 41 Endorsed Candidates
  • 33 Victorious Endorsed Candidates
  • 2,775 donors
  • Average gift of $73.88
  • $578,812 in contributions distributed to candidates

What people are saying about JStreetPAC

"You have given me, an 80 year old woman, hope! Blessed are the peace makers! Shalom,"

— Carmela, Huntsville, AL

"Thank you for boldly taking a stand against such near-sighted and destructive policies."

— Bree, Boston, MA

"Go, JStreet!! It's about time friends of Israel had a public voice like yours!"

— Gary, Virginia Beach, VA

J Street is a 501(c)(4) organization that primarily focuses on nonpartisan education and advocacy on important national issues. Contact J Street at info [at] jstreet [dot] org.

JStreetPAC is a federal political action committee that primarily helps members elect candidates who reflect our values through a variety of activities aimed at influencing the outcome of the next election. Contact JStreetPAC at info [at] jstreetpac [dot] org.

Paid for by J Street, http://jstreet.org/, and JStreetPAC, http://jstreetpac.org/. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.

JStreetPAC and J Street are legally independent organizations.