Huckabee warns of 'biblical ignorance' as he defends conservative support for Israel
As some on the right become more skeptical of the U.S.-Israel relationship, U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee warns that the trepidation is fueled by what he calls "biblical ignorance" and a misunderstanding of what it means to be "America First."Speaking to Fox News Digital ahead of the 15th anniversary of the U.S.
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Former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee, now the U.S. ambassador to Israel, said some conservatives doubt the U.S.-Israel bond because they lack biblical knowledge. He called this doubt "biblical ignorance." Huckabee argued that putting America first does not mean abandoning allies like Israel. He said supporting Israel matches U.S. interests and the faith of many Christians.
Why it matters
The U.S.-Israel relationship influences American foreign policy and can affect election outcomes. Understanding why leaders defend the bond helps voters see how religion and national interest shape policy.
- Who warned about biblical ignorance?
- Mike Huckabee, the U.S. ambassador to Israel, warned that some conservatives doubt the U.S.-Israel link because they lack biblical knowledge.
- What does Huckabee say about America First?
- He says putting America first does not mean pushing away allies like Israel.
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