> already Are you sure the lobbying didn't come first? From the linked report: Second, the Lobby strives to ensure that public discourse about Israel portrays

> already Are you sure the lobbying didn't come first? From the linked report: Second, the Lobby strives to ensure that public discourse about Israel portrays it in a positive light, by repeating myths about Israel and its founding and by publicizing Israel’s side in the policy debates of the day. The goal is to prevent critical commentary about Israel from getting a fair hearing in the political arena. Controlling the debate is essential to guaranteeing U.S. support, because a candid discussion of U.S.‐Israeli relations might lead Americans to favor a different policy.