The Nation: “Israel Bonds, Explained”

For The Nation, Aviva Stahl explains the economics and ramifications of Israel Bonds, the little-known investment vehicle that has become a major source of financing for Israel —and a flash point in New York State politics.

JVP and other groups have launched campaigns across the country calling for an end to public investment in all Israeli government debt, including Israel Bonds and sovereign bonds. Campaign wins have already been announced in states across the country, including North Carolina and Maryland…“This unethical material support for Israeli apartheid, occupation, and genocide has to end,” said Dani Noble, the senior campaigns organizer for Jewish Voice for Peace. “It’s harmful for Palestinians. It’s harmful for Israelis. And it’s harmful to our communities.”

Read the full story in The Nation.