Author: Lev Grinberg

Watching President Joe Biden clumsily debate Donald Trump on June 27, many Israelis could instantly recognize how their own prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has been able to exploit the weaknesses of the aging commander-in-chief for so long. Netanyahu has had a close relationship with Biden for decades, using his knowledge of American politics and U.S. support for Israel to stay in power almost uninterrupted since 2009. This strategic manipulation has allowed Netanyahu to hinder Washington’s efforts towards a two-state solution in Israel-Palestine. Despite facing political and personal challenges from the Obama administration, Netanyahu continued to maintain his dominance, even receiving…