American Presidents and Israeli Settlements since 1967

Michael F. Cairo (Transylvania University, U.S.A)

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English

Routledge
29 January 2024

Regional studies; Jewish studies; Politics & government

Series: Routledge Studies in US Foreign Policy

Tracing presidential administrations since Lyndon B. Johnson, this book argues that the Trump administration's policy toward Israeli settlements in the West Bank and Jerusalem is not an aberration but the culmination of over 50 years of American foreign policy.

Under the Johnson administration, the United States rhetorically supported the applicability of international law regarding Israeli settlements. However, throughout the 1970s, administrations did little to reverse the construction and expansion of settlements. Moreover, presidents sent mixed signals regarding Israel's withdrawal from the occupied territories. The Israeli settlement movement received support when Reagan argued that settlements were not illegal. Since then, American presidents have opposed settlement activity to various degrees, but not based on their illegality. Rather, presidents have described them as unwise, unhelpful, or obstacles to peace. Even when presidents have had opportunities to confront Israeli settlements directly, domestic pressure and America's special relationship with Israel have prevented serious action beyond rhetoric and condemnation.

This volume will be of interest to scholars and students of the history and politics of American foreign policy, American relations with Israel, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

By: Michael F. Cairo (Transylvania University U.S.A)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032262185
ISBN 10: 1032262184
Series: Routledge Studies in US Foreign Policy
Pages: 228
Publication Date: 29 January 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Introduction, 2. Lyndon B. Johnson and the Problem of Territorial Integrity, 3. Nixon, Ford, and Kissinger: Limited Withdrawal, 4. Carter and the Illegality of Israeli Settlements, 5. Reagan and Bush 41: Not Illegal But a “Real Problem”, 6. Bill Clinton: “Complicating Factors”, 7. George W. Bush: From “Anything But Clinton” to More of the Same, 8. Barack Obama’s Failed Expectations, 9. Settled

Dr. Michael Cairo is Professor of Political Science at Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky. He received his B.A. from the State University of New York College at Geneseo and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. His research emphasizes American foreign policy in the Middle East.