Annual Report 2012

Effective Advocacy
Sound Policy
The Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs
A trusted voice in American security policy
Annual Report 2012
The Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs
JINSA supports a strong American military, a sound national
security policy, and a robust U.S. security relationship with
Israel and other like-minded democracies.
Over the decades, we have established JINSA as a trusted
and powerful voice on national security.
We raise awareness in the general public, as well as in the
Jewish community, of the importance of a strong American
defense capability.
We build relationships between the American and
Israeli defense and security establishments. Our annual
programs in Israel for recently retired American
Generals and Admirals; Cadets and Midshipmen studying
in the American Military Academies; and American law
enforcement executives are unique and reflect the
respect and access JINSA enjoys within the American and
Israeli defense communities.
It has been our experience that the most effective way to
counter de-legitimization efforts against Israel is to bring
critical constituencies to Israel. Similarly, for effective
advocacy on behalf of a strong U.S. military to succeed,
it is critical that civilian leaders interact with our military.
That is, ultimately, the strategic thinking behind JINSA’s
programs.
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JINSA’s
Military Academies
Program
Our efforts to counter de-legitimization
of Israel are best observed with JINSA’s
Military Academies Program, where we
take American cadets and midshipmen
to Israel to learn about the country and
to interact and build life-long relations
with their counterparts in the Israel
Defense Forces.
JINSA’s Programs have a profound impact on its participants and reinforce our
objective of advocacy on behalf of a strong American military and a strong U.S.
security relationship with Israel.
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In 2012, JINSA Expanded Its
Military Academies Program
• We doubled the number of participants from 30 to 60
from the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Military
Academy (West Point), and the U.S. Naval Academy
(Annapolis). We restored the U.S. Coast Guard
Academy as a participant.
• We reinstated a lecture series on the campuses of the
Military Academies that brings Israeli defense officials
to address the cadets and midshipmen.
• We revamped the content of the program to ensure
it was current and properly addressing the security
issues facing our military.
• We undertook a new “Social Media” project to connect
all past trip participants to JINSA, and to each other.
• With this year’s increased outreached, the U.S. Air
Force Academy added to its curriculum a preparatory
course on Israeli strategy. We are working to achieve
similar results with the other academies.
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Did you know...
The Cadets & Midshipmen receive course
credit for their
participation in the program.
Here is what they had to say:
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Once I was in Israel, I could see first-hand some of the security complexities that
she faces, what an IDF soldier is really like, and how the relationship between our
countries is one that is essential to both sides. I will take this knowledge of one of
our strongest allies with me in my career as an officer, and I will continue to advocate
a strong cooperation between our two nations... Because Israel is our strongest ally
in the region, and a model for the entire area, we must continue to share our culture
and values with each other to ensure that we can form a united front on issues in the
region.”
(U.S. Air Force Academy participant)
Until this trip I did not have a clear opinion on Israel. I had heard the arguments from
both sides, and wasn’t sure what to believe... After the first few days my opinion
was starting to take shape. Trying to be cautious I decided that if anyone asked me
what I thought about Israel and its people I would respond with one word: “tolerant”.
It’s not a bad word; in fact it’s an essential requirement for any government and
people to survive in the modern world. The problem with the word “tolerant” is that
it has no character, no meaning; it is sterile. If there is one thing Israel is not, it’s not
sterile. So I began the search for another word. The second word I came up with was
“passionate.” I do not mean nationalistic or just proud, but truly filled with passion for
the nation. Almost every person is engaged in preserving the state, the people, the
culture, and the history. Every aspect of Israel is dear to Israelis. Now if we combine
the two words we have a beautiful thing. Tolerant passion is something that I believe
every state and every people should strive for. It is the intersection between an
indispensable sense of self worth and the essential recognition of others’ values. To
me, this is Israel.”
(U.S. Military Academy participant)
My biggest misconception about Israel prior to arrival was centered on the military.
Specifically, after reading about IDF soldiers in the news I assumed all were beefed
up, brutal, war machines overly obsessed with security and extremely Islamophobic.
Imagine my surprise meeting officers like the quiet, humble, and supremely
responsible Itamar who wouldn’t cross the street until the light changed on the off
chance someone would recognize him as an officer. Or the spirited Amir, a Dutch lonesoldier. It was shocking to see army officers as unassuming as these men, but who
acted as such stunning examples of professionalism... Realizing at the same time that
they were nearly our same age brought even more astonishment. Far from the blood
thirsty, intense men I imagined I could truly relate to these dedicated men and hope
that my leadership can measure up to their example when I am commissioned.”
(U.S. Naval Academy participant)
In 2012, JINSA brings Israeli Generals
to the Military Academies
General Amos Yadlin, former Chief of Defense Intelligence, spoke at Annapolis.
A fighter pilot, Gen. Yadlin was one of the eight pilots involved in the destruction
of the Osirak Nuclear Reactor in Iraq.
General Dan Haloutz, former Chief of Staff of the IDF, traveled with JINSA to
the U.S. Air Force Academy, West Point and Annapolis.
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Lieutenant General David
P. Fridovich, USA (ret.)
joins JINSA as Director of
the Gemunder Center for
Defense & Strategies.
Former Deputy Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command
(USSOCOM), Gen. Fridovich is uniquely positioned to provide
leadership for JINSA’s strategic analysis and military policy.
Under Gen. Fridovich’s leadership, the Senior Officer Professional
Development (SOPD) Program was developed, which became one
of the best senior-level interactions between USSOCOM and the
IDF.
With a world-view and on-the-ground expertise that reinforces
JINSA’s mandate and programs, Gen. Fridovich’s leadership at
JINSA will contribute significantly to the relationship between
the U.S. and Israel.
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JINSA’s 30th
Generals & Admirals
Trip to Israel
General Fridovich was among 11 recently retired senior military officers who
participated in JINSA’s 30th Generals & Admirals Trip to Israel to be briefed and
have discussions with Israel’s top military, intelligence and political leadership.
Participants had the opportunity to observe exercises on the ground and visit key
military installations. The delegation also traveled to Jordan for meetings with the
highest echelon of the Jordanian military and intelligence services.
The 2012 Delegation Included*:
General Donald G. Cook, USAF (ret.) Commander, Air Education & Training Command
Admiral William J. Fallon, USN (ret.) Commander, U.S. Central Command
Admiral Edmund P. Giambastiani, Jr., USN (ret.) Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
Lieutenant General Emerson N. Gardner, USMC (ret.)
Deputy Director, Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation, OSD
Lieutenant General Mark D. “Shack” Shackelford, USAF (ret.)
Military Deputy, Office of the Asst. Sec. of the Air Force of Acquisition, the Pentagon
Lieutenant General Guy C. Swan, III, USA (ret.) Commanding General, United States Army North
Lieutenant General George J. Trautman, III, USMC (ret.) Deputy Commandant for Aviation
Lieutenant General Stephen G. Wood, USAF (ret.)
Deputy Commander, U.S. Forces Korea & Deputy Commander, United Nations Command
Major General Mike D. Jones, USA (ret.) Chief of Staff, U.S. Central Command
Rear Admiral David T. Glenn, USCG (ret.) CIO/Director, C4 Systems (J6), U.S. Cyber Command
* Last command included for identification purposes only
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The Messages from the Region
were Consistent and Clear
Israel is now under constant threat from missiles and rockets
Hezbollah in Lebanon is preparing for war
Gaza is a ticking bomb
The vacuum in the Sinai has created a terrorist launching pad
The stability of the Hashemite Monarchy in Jordan is important to Israel’s security.
The West Bank will remain “calm” as long as the IDF and the Israeli security agencies have the ability to carry out their counter-terror missions
Syria’s disintegration causes great concern about the security of the Assad regime’s chemical and biological weapons
The gas and oil explorations off the Mediterranean coast will create a “new border” that must now be defended
Iran is the #1 threat to Israel – and not just because of its nuclear weapons development, but also because of its financial and ideological support, as well as military training and weapons supply to all other enemies surrounding Israel.
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Lebanon
2
3 Syria
• Haifa
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Netanya •
WEST
BANK
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Tel Aviv •
Ashdod •
Gaza City •
GAZA
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Jerusalem
• Sderot
4 Jordan
Dead Sea
Mediterranean Sea
Israel’s 8 Borders
Egypt 1
THE SINAI
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• Eilat
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Egypt-Israel peace treaty is in grave
danger
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chaos in Syria
weapons amidst c
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Hashemite monarchy is in
Jordan’s Hashemit
danger. Will Israel lose its only
regional partner?
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Terrorists are using
usin lawless Sinai as a
base for attacks on Israel
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Hamas launches
How long before H
Gaza?
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Fatah and Jihadist
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threaten conflict from the
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West Bank
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energy installations
Israel's offshore en
are already being ttargeted
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JINSA
Translating Ideas Into Policy
JINSA Reports
concise policy briefs on pressing security concerns
January 12, 2012 - JINSA Report # 1128
Now is the Time for a Determined Course of Action on Iran
February 3, 2012 - JINSA Report # 1129
Laying the Groundwork: Syria After Assad
April 18, 2012 - JINSA Report # 1131
Time to Condition Aid to Egypt
September 28, 2012 - JINSA Report # 1136
The Case for a Red Line
JINSA Analysis
in-depth editorials authored by JINSA Fellows
David P. Goldman
Evelyn Gordon
Peter Huessy
Gabriel Scheinmann Yaakov Lappin
Daniel Halper
Is Egypt Governable?
Realizing a Global Layered Missile Defense System
The Cost of Missing a Military Opportunity
Contingency Plans for Syria’s Chemical Weapons
A Toxic Brew in Sinai
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Special Publications
Security Digest, distributed by e-mail, is edited by JINSA Visiting Fellow Gabriel
Scheinmann. Each issue features news articles covering all aspects of U.S.-Israel
cooperation with a focus on the military. 2012 Report on
JINSA’s Military Academies
Program
2012 Report on
JINSA’s Generals & Admirals
Trip to Israel
Report on the
2012 JINSA Generals and Admirals Trip to Israel
2012
U.S. Military Academies Programs
by Lieutenant General David P. Fridovich, USA (ret.)
Director, JINSA Gemunder Center for Defense & Strategies
2012 Report
Submitted to The Marcus Foundation by JINSA
By Lieutenant General David P. Fridovich, USA (ret.)
Director, JINSA Gemunder Center for Defense & Strategies
Defense Budget Cuts: Implications for America’s War Fighting Capabilities
JINSA’s Analysis on
DEFENSE
BUDGET
CUTS
With contributions by:
General James T. Hill, USA (ret.)
General Louis Wagner, USA (ret.)*
Vice Admiral Robert T. Conway, USN (ret.)
Lieutenant General Thomas Griffin, Jr., USA (ret.)*
Lieutenant General Charles May, USAF (ret.)*
Major General Robert D. Eaglet, USAF (ret)*
Major General Daniel A. Hahn, USA (ret.)
Major General Sid Shachnow, USA (ret.)*
Major General Larry S. Taylor, USMCR (ret.)*
Rear Admiral Terence E. McKnight, USN (ret.)*
Rear Admiral William Merlin, USCG (ret.)*
Rear Admiral James Olson, USCG (ret.)*
Peter Huessy
* Members of the JINSA Board of Advisors
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The Journal of
International
Security Affairs
Founded in 2001, The Journal of International Security Affairs presents the ideas and frames
the policies that underlie the security of the United States and its allies abroad. Published
twice yearly by JINSA, The Journal has become required reading for those who want to
go beyond the headlines - and the conventional wisdom - of U.S. national security and
foreign policy in a rapidly-changing world.
The Journal of
The Journal of
International
International
No. 22, Spring/Summer 2012
No. 23, Fall/Winter 2012
Security Affairs
Security Affairs
The Future
of Warfare
featuring articles by
Admiral William H. McRaven, USN
Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command
The
Arab Spring
&
General Norton Schwartz, USAF (ret.)
Former Air Force Chief of Staff
Year One
Also in this issue ...
Asia in Flux
The Obama Scorecard
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Also in this issue ...
Available by subscription, in bookstores, in Kindle format including for the
Apple iPad, and online at www.securityaffairs.org
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www.securityaffairs.org
• In 2012, the circulation of The Journal of International Security Affairs reached 6,000
with a controlled subscription of 1400 – compared to approximately 134 in 2011.
• The Journal is distributed to JINSA members, to paid subscribers, and to a
controlled subscriber base of nonprofit professionals, academics, government
officials, and foreign embassies.
• JINSA began an “all mail stop” distribution on Capitol Hill encompassing all
congressional members and committees.
• Additionally, The Journal is now distributed to the military attachés at the United
States embassies around the world, encompassing 101 posts.
The Journal of
• Approximately, 76% of controlled subscriptions are U.S. government or active
military.
• The Journal also expanded its university library circulation to approximately 100
libraries in hard copy format, and will expand library recipients to the top 200
university libraries in the United States.
•
Of Journal subscribers represented by the “other” category, 92% are retired U.S. generals and admirals.
•
Of controlled subscribers represented by .com domains, The Journal attracts readers that are highly educated
and that generally represent security and government related industry. The Systems Engineering Firms and
Government Consulting firms represent a combined 60% of controlled readership.
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JINSA’s
Law Enforcement
Exchange Program
(LEEP)
Counter Terrorism Training
JINSA conducts annual counter terrorism programs in Israel for American law
enforcement executives. Established in the aftermath of 9/11, LEEP takes local,
state, and federal law enforcement executives to Israel to provide them with key
counter terrorism tools and techniques.
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Working together with the Israel National Police, the Israel
Security Agency (Shin Bet) and the Mossad, JINSA became
uniquely positioned to offer to our law enforcement
community the counter terrorism tools and strategies that
the Israelis perfected by experience and blood.”
~ Steve Pomerantz, JINSA’s Director for Counter Terrorism
Former Assistant Director, FBI
2012 LEEP Participants
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Sheriff Larry Amerson Calhoun County, Alabama - President, National Sheriffs’ Association
Rodney G. Benson Assistant Administrator, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Chief Jane Castor Tampa Police Department, Florida
Sheriff Timothy Dunning
Douglas County (Omaha), Nebraska - Major County Sheriffs’ Association (MCSA)
Superintendent Michael Edmonson
Louisiana State Police - General Chair of the Division of State and Provincial Police
Commander Daryl Evans Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Commissioner Joseph A. Farrow California Highway Patrol
Larry Ford Special Agent in Charge, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
Bart Johnson Executive Director, International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
Commander Scott Kroeber Los Angeles Police Department, California
Sheriff David J. Mahoney Dane County (Madison), Wisconsin
Chief Walter A. McNeil Quincy Police Department, Florida - Immediate Past President, IACP
Chief Yousry Zakhary Woodway Police Department, Texas - 1st President, IACP
“
In my career of 27 years in law enforcement, I have attended many types and forms of training
programs ranging from the FBI National Academy to the International Association of Chiefs
of Police. This trip exceeded my expectations and was by far the best training I have ever
undertaken. It incorporated all the elements of a highly successful program by providing
access to command level law enforcement and private sector officials, hands-on/real-world
experience, use of technological support, a deep understanding of the enemies’ tactics/
techniques, eagerness to share best practices, and a profound respect for their suffering.”
~ Ronald J. Masciana, New York Metropolitan Transit Authority
2009 LEEP participant
“
... The trip to Israel raised my
counter terrorism IQ and reinforced
my understanding of the treachery
bravely faced by the Israeli people.
If JINSA’s supporters should ever
wonder if JINSA is accomplishing
its mission—you need not! JINSA,
please know that you shine a very
bright light on a subject that is
clouded by many. Thank you for
clearing my view.”
~ Chief Bill McSweeney,
Los Angeles County
Sheriff’s Department, CA
2008 LEEP participant
“
The effort to create efficiencies in prevention and response and to
improve statewide homeland security in New Jersey can be traced to
the briefings and observations of an inspirational JINSA trip to Israel.
I remain thankful and appreciative of that opportunity.”
~ Colonel Rick Fuentes, Superintendent, New Jersey State Police
2004 LEEP participant
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Supporting our Troops
“
Please be assured that you have touched the hearts of many deserving men and women
who selflessly serve their country and pay the price for our freedom on a daily basis. Your
efforts validate that they are not forgotten and their sacrifices are truly appreciated by
great Americans like yourselves. Again, thank you for your dedication and commitment to
our Army Special Operations Forces. I am absolutely overwhelmed by JINSA’s unparalleled
generosity and uncommon patriotism.”
~ Lt. Gen. John F. Mulholland
U.S. Army Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg, North Carolina
JINSA is dedicated to supporting the men and women
who serve the cause of liberty and freedom in our
Armed Services.
For the past nine years, JINSA’s Holiday Appeal on Behalf of
Deserving Soldiers and their families has generated more than one
million dollars. Funds are distributed for Thanksgiving and Christmas
to the troops identified by their unit commanders as in critical need of
financial assistance so they could participate fully in the holiday season.
Additional funds are also distributed to those in need of assistance due
to catastrophic wounds.
“
...the real reason I’m writing you, is to tell you about today. I received an email outlining
a very generous donation from JINSA for our families who could use a hand up or some
holiday cheer. [I] really appreciate it and can assure you it will be well received and truly
appreciated. Patriots and organizations such as JINSA really help when we need it the
most. Thanks again and please pass my heartfelt admiration and appreciation to JINSA.”
- U.S. Navy SEAL Master Chief
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Understanding our Troops
It is the cornerstone of JINSA’s
vision that Americans, and
particularly the American Jewish
community, must understand
the importance of a strong
American defense capability and
be responsive to the needs of our
own military forces.
Each year, JINSA organizes and
leads visits to American military
bases to provide its membership
with a unique opportunity to keep abreast of the latest U.S. military capabilities and
security issues through discussion, briefings, and observations of exercises in the
field. These JINSA delegations also get th eopportunity to listen to the troops and
bring their messages back to their respective communities.
Recognizing our Troops
In 2003, JINSA instituted the Grateful Nation
Award to publicly honor young warriors
representing each branch of the U.S. military
and the U.S. Special Operations Command.
JINSA brings these military heroes along
with their families to our nation’s capital to
recognize and thanks them for their sacrifices
during JINSA’s annual dinner attended by
military, political, and civilian leaders from
across the country.
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JINSA’s 30th
Annual Awards Dinner
2012 Henry M. Jackson
Distinguished Service Award
Senator Lindsey Graham
Grateful Nation Award
With the participation of
Admiral James A. “Sandy” Winnefeld, Jr., USN
Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
National Leadership Award
David Ganz JINSA President
2012 Corporate Tribute Committee
Grateful Nation Award Sponsor
Major Corporate Sponsor
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Henry M. Jackson
Distinguished Service Award History
2011
Admiral James G. Stavridis, USN
Supreme Allied Commander, Europe
Commander, United States European Command
2010 Senator Jon Kyl (R-AZ)
2000 Senator Max Cleland (D-GA)
2009 General George W. Casey, Jr.
Chief of Staff, USA
1999 Congressman Ike Skelton (D-MO)
Congressman Curt Weldon (R-PA)
General James T. Conway
Commandant, USMC
1998 Senator John Warner (R-VA)
Admiral Gary Roughead
Chief of Naval Operations
1997 Senator Joseph I. Lieberman (D-CT)
General Norton A. Schwartz
Chief of Staff, USAF
Admiral Eric T. Olson, USN
Commander, USSOCOM
Admiral Thad A. Allen
Commandant, USCG
2008 Admiral Mike Mullen, USN
Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
2007 The Honorable Robert M. Gates
Secretary of Defense
2006 Senator John McCain (R-AZ)
2005 General Peter Pace, USMC
Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
2004 Senator Evan Bayh (D-IN)
2003 Congresswoman Jane Harman (D-CA)
Congressman Jim Saxton (R-NJ)
2002 Dr. Paul Wolfowitz
Deputy Secretary of Defense
2001 Navy Secretary Gordon R. England
Air Force Secretary James G. Roche
Army Secretary Thomas E. White
1996 Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA)
Congressman Norm Dicks (D-WA)
1995 Senator Ted Stevens (R-AK)
1994 Senator Daniel K. Inouye (D-HI)
1993 Congressman John P. Murtha (D-PA)
1992 Congressman Les Aspin (D-WI)
1991 The Honorable Dick Cheney
Secretary of Defense
1990 Senator Connie Mack (R-FL)
1989 Professor Eugene V. Rostow
1988 Admiral William J. Crowe, Jr., USN
Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff
1987 Ambassador Max M. Kampelman
1986 Senator Rudy Boschwitz (R-MN)
1985 Congressman Jack Kemp (R-NY)
1984 Ambassador Jeane J. Kirkpatrick
1982 Senator Henry M. Jackson (D-WA)
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JINSA’s
Grateful Nation Award
The Grateful Nation Award, established by JINSA in 2003, is presented
annually to six young heroes recognized for having distinguished themselves
through superior conduct in the War on Terror. Honorees are chosen by their
respective services and come from the enlisted, noncommissioned officer and
junior officer ranks. Honorees represent each of the five branches of the U.S.
military and the U.S. Special Operations Command.
Grateful Nation Award Liaison Committee
Admiral Leon “Bud” Edney, USN (ret.)
General Louis C. Wagner, Jr., USA (ret.)
Lieutenant General Charles A. May, Jr., USAF (ret.)
Lieutenant General Fred McCorkle, USMC (ret.)
Rear Admiral William F. Merlin, USCG (ret.)
Major General Sid Shachnow, USA (ret.)
Grateful Nation Award History
2010
2009
2008
For a complete list of names and photos from previous years,
please visit our website at www.jinsa.org.
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Meet Our 2011 Grateful Nation Award Honorees
MASTER SERGEANT BRENDAN O’CONNOR, USA
On 24 June 2006, during Operation Kaika in Panjwai District, Kandahar Province, Afghanistan,
then-Sergeant First Class Brendan O’Connor led a quick reaction force through Taliban positions to
reinforce a surrounded patrol. Sergeant O’Connor was instrumental in keeping his team alive during
more than 17-hours of sustained close quarters combat. At one point, Sergeant O’Connor crawled
alone, under intense Taliban machinegun fire, to reach wounded soldiers where he provided medical
care. He then carried one of the wounded 150 meters across open ground and over a wall, in plain
sight of the enemy, while bullets pounded the structure around him. For his actions, he was awarded
the Distinguished Service Cross.
SERGEANT JOSEPH M. PEREZ, USMC
On 27 December 2009, Sergeant Joseph M. Perez of the 2nd Marine Regiment, Marine Expeditionary
Brigade-Afghanistan, was on patrol in Helmand Province when he received reporting that Taliban
fighters had surrounded his squad and about to ambush it from five mutually supported machinegun
positions. Seconds later, accurate fire wounded a Marine and cut him off. Knowing the enemy’s
intention to capture the isolated Marine, Sergeant Perez made multiple attempts to reach him before
finally succeeding after an exposed 50-meter sprint under heavy enemy fire. He rendered medical
care to the Marine while directing fire support. He then led his base unit toward the Taliban positions
where he captured one Taliban and found two others dead. For this action, Sergeant Perez was
awarded the Silver Star.
LIEUTENANT JUNIOR GRADE TYLER HAUGHT, USN
Aboard the destroyer USS Sterett from the 19 February 2011 to 27 February 2011, Lieutenant Junior
Grade Tyler Haught directly contributed to Sterett’s dauntless response in the rescue attempt of the
sailing yacht Quest, an American flagged vessel captured by pirates in the northern Arabian Sea.
Displaying steadfast determination and unfailing courage, he directed his small boat to deliver rescue
forces to the Quest after the pirates fired upon Sterett. Once the Quest was secured, Lieutenant
Haught personally sailed the small vessel 550 miles to Djibouti, a journey that took three days amidst
adverse sea conditions while maintaining the fully intact crime scene and preserving evidentiary
integrity for the FBI.
PETTY OFFICER SECOND CLASS TIMOTHY WEBB, USCG
Serving aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Wrangell from 2007 to 2008 and forward deployed to Bahrain,
Petty Officer Second Class Timothy Webb participated in 10 maritime patrols throughout the Arabian
Gulf, serving in excess of 4,000 operational hours – more than double the operational tempo of stateside
Patrol Boats. A key member of the ship’s Boarding Team, Petty Officer Webb conducted over 80
high-risk vessel boardings. In 2011, eagerly volunteering for one of the most dangerous assignments
available, he joined the Coast Guard’s Redeployment Assistance and Inspections Detachment for one
month, deploying with the U.S. Army’s 840th Transportation Battalion to three Forward Operating
Bases in northern and central Iraq.
TECHNICAL SERGEANT THEODOR V. HOFKNECHT, USAF
Technical Sergeant Theodor V. Hofknecht, a Combat Controller with the 321st Special Tactics
Squadron, 352d Special Operations Group, was deployed to Afghanistan as the Joint Terminal
Attack Controller attached to an Army Special Forces Team. His adept employment of airpower and
soldiering skills in two notable troops-in-contact situations were instrumental in neutralizing Taliban
attacks. He utilized his personal M-4 rifle to repel point-blank enemy attacks and discriminately
controlled ordnance from rotary wing aircraft at danger close distances to win the battles. During
one engagement, Sergeant Hofknecht maneuvered through withering enemy fire to establish and
control a medical evacuation, saving the lives of four coalition personnel.
STAFF SERGENT GRAHAM H. JACOBS, USMC (representing USSOCOM)
Staff Sergeant Graham H. Jacobs of Marine Special Operations Company Alpha, 1st Marine
Special Operations Battalion, exhibited superb leadership, outstanding professional competence
and strategic vision while ardently mentoring more than one hundred Afghan soldiers, peers and
subordinates. Staff Sergeant Jacobs conducted more than 75 ground convoy movements and led
Afghan Special Forces on 15 combat operations that involved direct contact with Taliban forces in
Helmand Province. He repeatedly exposed himself to direct and indirect fire in the execution of his
duties while combat advising Afghan forces. Staff Sergeant Jacobs’ ability to calmly assess a tactical
situation and inspire Afghan leaders to excel in the face of adversity is exceptionally noteworthy. For
his actions, he was awarded the Silver Star.
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JINSA’s
Houston Leadership Award
JINSA created its Houston Leadership Award in 1991 to honor and recognize the
finest Houstonians and true leaders in the business and civic community. Over the
years, the annual Houston Leadership Award Dinner has become a widely attended
event that celebrates the honorees, as well as the U.S. military.
Texas Attorney General
Greg Abbott
With a special tribute to
JINSA’s own
Tom Neumann
Keynote Address
Lt. Gen. John F. Mulholland, Jr., USA
Deputy Commander, U.S. Special Operations Command
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2011 The Hononable Edward M. Emmett*
Judge, Harris County, State of Texas
~ with a keynote address by
Lt. Gen. David P. Fridovich, USA
2010 Mayor Annise Parker
City of Houston, Texas
2009 Mark A. Wallace
President & Chief Executive Officer,
Texas Children’s Hospital
2008 Jeff Love*
Chairman of the Houston office,
Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP
~ with a keynote address by
V. Adm. Joseph Maguire, USN
2007 Matthew R. Simmons*
Chairman & CEO, Simmons & Company
2006 Ric Campo
CEO, Camden Property Trust
2005 Recipients of the Grateful Nation Award for 2005
~ with a keynote address by
General Norton A. Schwartz, USAF
2004 The Honorable David Dewhurst*
Lt. Governor, State of Texas
2003 R. Bruce LaBoon
Senior Partner, Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP
2002 Bob Zincke
President, Kroger Food Stores
2001 James R. Royer
Chairman of the Board, President & CEO, TCB Inc.
2000 The Honorable Rick Perry
Lt. Governor, State of Texas
1999 The Hononable Robert Eckels
Judge, Harris County, State of Texas
1998 Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison
1997 Randall Onstead
President, Randall’s Food Markets, Inc.
1996 Congressman Bill Archer
1995 Charles McMahen
Chairman & CEO, Compass Banks of Texas
1994 Linnet Deily
Chairman of the Board, CEO & President, First Interstate Bank of Texas
1993 Donald Bonham
President, Fiesta Mart Inc.
1992 Rob Mosbacher
Founder, Mosbacher Energy Company
Ned Holmes
Chairman, Port of Houston Authority
Martin Fein
President, Farb Companies
1991 John and Penny Butler
Community Volunteers
* pictured
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JINSA
In Your Community
JINSA has formed leadership “Cabinets” in communities across the United States to promote
its mission of advocating on behalf of a strong U.S. military, a robust national security policy,
and a strong U.S. security relationship with Israel and other like-minded democracies. JINSA’s
goal is to improve awareness of these vital issues in the general public, as well as in the Jewish
community.
As of the end of 2012, JINSA has reached out to numerous communities in New York and Long
Island, NY; DC-Metro area (encompassing DC, MD and VA); Houston, TX; Boston, MA; Los
Angeles, CA; Albuquerque, NM; Dallas, TX; Miami, FL; and Chicago, IL.
JINSA members in these leadership groups are not only supporters of our mission, but also
civic and business leaders in their respective communities. They recruit new members, develop
programs and events, meet with national and international leaders, and educate people about
JINSA and its important mission.
KEY
Base Visits
Nationwide Cabinets
LEEP Conferences
Here are some of the many ways
YOU can get involved with JINSA
and make a contribution to
the foreign policy and
national security debate.
Join Now! events@jinsa.org
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Pentagon & Base Visits
Pentagon Fly In
The 2012 Spring Board meeting included a Pentagon Fly In hosted by the U.S. Special
Operations Command (USSOCOM) and its Vice Commander, Headquarters U.S. Special
Operations Command, Lt. Gen. Bradley A. Heithold, USAF. USSOCOM officers briefed
JINSA members on a variety of issues that concern USSOCOM operations worldwide..
Naval Station Norfolk, VA
JINSA officers and members visited Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, led by R. Adm. Terence
E. “Terry” McKnight, USN (ret.), a member of JINSA’s Board of Advisors. Participants toured
the USS San Antonio, an amphibious transport dock ship, the USS Mitscher, an Arleigh Burkeclass destroyer, and the USS Montpelier, an Improved Los Angeles-class nuclear submarine. The
JINSA delegation also hosted a dinner with senior officers from the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Forces
Command. Adm. McKnight introduced R. Adm. Philip Davidson, USN, Director for Global
Force Management, Operations, and Intelligence (N3/N2), who gave remarks about the state
of the U.S. Fleet. Over the course of his remarks, Adm. Davidson provided examples of how
the United States Navy is engaged in every time zone in the world, from flying air support in
Afghanistan, protecting our assets in the Mediterranean and maintaining a presence in the
Persian Gulf, coming to port in Haifa, and providing humanitarian support in the Caribbean.
United States Southern Command
On February 27, a delegation of JINSA officers and members were briefed at the headquarters
of U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) in Miami before departing for Bogotá,
Colombia for a series of meetings with government and military officials. The JINSA delegation
was led by a former USSOUTHCOM commander Gen. James T. Hill, USA (ret.) and
JINSA Policy Director James Colbert. Gen. Hill is a past participant in JINSA’s General
& Admirals Trip to Israel. USSOUTHCOM Deputy Commander V. Adm. Edward Kernan,
USN and Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Juan Ayala, USMC, briefed the delegation. A command
brief by USSOUTHCOM area specialists was also held. USSOUTHCOM is responsible
for all territories south of Mexico including Central America, South America, and all of the
Caribbean. Delegation members included General & Admirals Trip to Israel past participant
Maj. Gen. James W. Parker, USA (ret.), JINSA Chairman Michael Nachman, and JINSA
Vice Presidents Dr. Mark Helbraun and Joel Sprayregen.
To participate in Base Visits, please contact us at events@jinsa.org
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Nationwide Cabinets
New York City & Long Island, NY
Led by experts and professionals in the field, members of the New York Cabinet, chaired by
JINSA Vice President Michael Salzhauer, and the Long Island Cabinet, chaired by JINSA
Vice President Larry Siedlick, meet regularly to discuss issues of national security and foreign
policy. In 2012, programs have included exclusive briefings with the Director of Security Project
Management for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, John J. Drobny; former SEAL
Lt. Cdr. Leif Babin, USN (ret.); Egypt expert Cynthia Farahat; former Deputy Commander of
U.S. Special Operations Command (and Green Beret) Lt. Gen. David P. Fridovich, USA (ret.),
who joined JINSA this year as the Director of the Gemunder Center for Defense & Strategy; Wall
Street Journal editor Bret Stephens; and former Commander of the Israel Air Force Maj. Gen. Ido
Nehushtan.
In addition, the Long Island Cabinet featured a private dinner with Maj. Gen. Ido Nehushtan,
as well as a dinner briefing with Cynthia Farahat. Ms. Farahat discussed the political situation
in Egypt, in particular the threat the Muslim Brotherhood represents to Egyptian democracy, the
prospects for the peace treaty with Israel, and the larger regional implications of Egypt in crisis.
Washington, DC
In late 2009, JINSA created the National Security Roundtable for its most dedicated leaders in
the DC-metro area. Co-Chaired by Michael Nachman and Armeane Choksi, the group meets
with top level practitioners from the defense and security fields to explore first-hand issues
affecting both American and Israeli security.
In 2012, roundtable members have met privately with R. Adm. Herman Shelanski, USN,
Commander of Carrier Strike Group Ten; R. Adm. Yaron Levi, Deputy Commander in
Chief & Chief of Staff, Israeli Navy; and Brig. Gen. Roi Elkabetz, Chief of Staff, Southern
Command, IDF.
In conjunction with the Reserve Officers Association (ROA) and the National Defense
Industrial Association (NDIA), JINSA co-hosted a symposium, “New Technologies for the
U.S. Army: Future Prospects and Policy Implications.” The conference featured a panel,
moderated by JINSA Policy Director James Colbert, that included Peter Huessy, President
of GeoStrategic Analysis and a JINSA Visiting Fellow; Maj. Gen. Galen B. Jackman, USA
(ret.), Vice President for Army/SOF Programs at Raytheon; and Dr. Peter Leitner, a member
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of the faculty at the School of Science & Technology Intelligence of the National Intelligence
University and President of the Higgins Counter Terrorism Research Center. Introductory
remarks were given by ROA Executive Director Maj. Gen. Andrew B. Davis, USMCR (ret.)
and the keynote speaker was Dr. Peter Singer, Director of the 21st Century Defense Initiative
and Senior Fellow at Brookings.
JINSA also hosted a Policy Forum breakfast with Dr. Anat Berko, a world renowned expert
on suicide bombers.
Los Angeles, CA
The JINSA Los Angeles Cabinet is chaired by David Justman, the Co-Chairman of JINSA’s
Board of Advisors. In 2012, Cabinet members were invited to hear a briefing by Wall Street
Journal editor Bret Stephens and former Commander of the Israel Air Force Maj. Gen. Ido
Nehushtan. In addition, Lt. Gen. David P. Fridovich, USA (ret.) and former Commanding
General, U.S. Special Operations Command Maj. Gen. Sid Shachnow, USA (ret.), a member
of JINSA’s Board of Advisors, gave a series of talks to JINSA supporters and friends.
Houston, TX
In 2012, Houston Cabinet members were briefed by Henry Bar-Levav, a foremost expert on
cyber-security and cyber-warfare. In addition, at the Houston Leadership Award dinner on
October 29, JINSA supporters and members had the honor to hear a keynote address from
the commander of the United States Army Special Operations Command, Lt. Gen. John F.
Mulholland, Jr., USA.
Boston, MA
Boston hosted a number of talks and meetings with Lt. Gen. David P. Fridovich, USA
(ret.). Gen. Fridovich briefed the Cabinet on the lessons-learned on the ground in Israel in
the aftermath of his visit with JINSA’s annual trip for Generals and Admirals. His briefing
focused on Israel’s security concerns and needs. Gen. Fridovich further shared insights into
USSOCOM operations, which has played a vital role in Iraq and Afghanistan in addition to
being present in more than 70 countries. He imparted a new Pentagon military strategy that was
being developed to speed the deployment of these elite special operations forces to a growing
number of the world’s troubled spots.
Albuquerque, NM
JINSA kicked off its inaugural event in New Mexico with Lt. Gen. David P. Fridovich, USA
(ret.). Gen. Fridovich spoke to a large gathering, many of whom had not previously supported
JINSA. He introduced them to JINSA’s mandate, and its programs in support of strengthening
America and securing Israel.
For more information on Nationwide Cabinets in your area, please contact us at
events@jinsa.org
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JINSA
In The World
Belgium, Bulgaria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Eritrea,
Ethiopia, France, Georgia, Germany, Honduras, Hungary, India, Israel, Jordan,
South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and Uzbekistan
Colombia
On February 27, after briefings at the headquarters of U.S. Southern Command
(USSOUTHCOM) in Miami, a delegation of JINSA officers and members departed
for a week in Bogotá and Medellín, Colombia for meetings with government and
military officials. Former USSOUTHCOM commander Gen. James T. Hill, USA
(ret.) and JINSA Policy Director James Colbert led the delegation.
Key individuals in the Colombian government with whom the delegation met included
National Security Advisor Sergio Jaramillo Caro, Deputy Defense Minister Jorge
Enrique Bedoya, Colombian Armed Forces Joint Chiefs of Staff member Maj. Gen.
Ricardo Hernando Diaz Torres, and former President Álvaro Uribe (pictured on right
with General Hill).
Briefings were also received from officials of the
National Police’s Intelligence Directorate and
from the City of Medellin’s Law Enforcement
and Emergency Response Center. Meetings
were held with diplomats at the U.S. Embassy,
senior U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
agents, and officers of the U.S. Army’s 7th
Special Forces Group who assist in the training
of the Colombian military.
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Israel
In June 2012, JINSA national leaders traveled to Israel with JINSA’s Director for
Counter Terrorism Steve Pomerantz, (former Assistant Director of the FBI) and
former Navy SEAL, Lieutenant Commander Leif Babin to be appraised on current
military, security, and intelligence issues.
The agenda combined elements of JINSA’s Generals and Admirals Trip and the
LEEP program for Law Enforcement Executives and drew upon JINSA’s extensive
relationships and expertise in Israel.
The JINSA delegation met with representatives of the Shabak, Mossad, IDF,
Israel National Police and military intelligence; received insider briefings in places
visitors do not normally frequent; and was granted unique behind-the-scenes access
to security and current counter terrorism technologies. Some highlights included
meetings with Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon, Deputy Prime Minister Moshe
“Boogie” Ya’alon, and former head of Defense Intelligence Maj. Gen. Amos Yadlin,
IDF (ret.); visits to the Israel Bomb Squad Training Center, and the Naval Base in
Haifa; and participation in the Israel Air Force Pilots Graduation ceremony at the
Hatzerim Air Force Base.
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JINSA’s
Young Leadership Council
(YLC)
The JINSA Young Leadership Council (YLC) is a non-partisan, non-sectarian
membership council for professionals in their 20s and 30s. The YLC’s principal
mission is to build a vibrant, active and educated next generation of JINSA lay
leadership that can and will effectively support the organization’s mandate to
advocate on behalf of a strong U.S. military, a robust national security policy and
a strong U.S. security relationship with Israel and other like-minded democracies.
The YLC is the future of JINSA’s leadership, and offers its members a chance to get
connected and explore issues with strong impact. Through their involvement with
JINSA, these young leaders will ensure that America remains strong. Throughout
the year, JINSA offers YLC members briefings, conference calls and visits to military
bases to afford them the tools that will impact JINSA’s ability to provide leadership
and affect policy as it relates to our national security and foreign policy.
Lieutenant Commander (SEAL) Leif Babin, USN (ret.)
~ briefs the YLC in Washington, DC
Lieutenant General David P. Fridovich, USA (ret.)
~ briefs the YLC in New York
R. Adm. Terry McKnight, USN (ret.)
~ briefs the YLC in Washington, DC
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JINSA’s
Latino-Jewish Alliance
for a Secure America
The second JINSA visit to Israel for American Latino leaders took place from
March 17 to March 22, 2012. Launched in 2011, the Latino-Jewish Alliance for a
Secure America seeks to build bridges between the two communities in celebration
of their shared values, interests, and visions for a safe and secure America. This
includes a number of U.S. national security topics ranging from the Middle East to
America’s borders. This year, 21 American Latino leaders were invited to experience
and explore the link between Israel and their communities and to build connections.
The group boasted educators, entrepreneurs, lawyers, and a prominent pastor.
“
We can make a difference... If we are educated and speak with
one mind and have one heart, we can make a difference. We only
have to open our eyes to see what we can do about it.”
Pastor Rebecca Keenan, Houston, TX
“
We had never felt the similarities before between the plight of the Jews and the Latino
community... our stories have a lot in common.”
John and Pat Lopez, entrepreneurs, Oklahoma City, OK
“
[Israel] is not only vital to the Jewish people, but also to
the modern Christian identity.”
Richard Vargas, Senior Associate Dean for Advancement,
University of Southern California
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JINSA on the Web
JINSA in the Media
JINSA professionals, fellows and members of the Board of Advisors are
featured in broadcast, print, and online media throughout the year reaching
a national and international audience. Coverage encompasses national
newspapers, major market television and radio shows, broad reach online
publications, and news outlets as well as Jewish newspapers.
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www.JINSA.org
JINSA Blog—The Sentry— jinsa.wordpress.org
Facebook – JINSA’s Facebook page is growing in popularity daily. If you are
not a Facebook user, become one and you can join in the conversation over the
latest defense and foreign policy issues. You can also comment on and share
JINSA articles with your friends.
Social Media sharing – On the top right hand corner of each website article,
we have added buttons that allow you to share JINSA’s content through your
favorite social media platforms. Additionally, you can utilize Facebook’s “Like”
feature to share your approval of any of JINSA’s content directly with your
friends.
Twitter – JINSA shares its unique and compelling content with followers around
the world via its Twitter feed. Our followers now include mainstream media
outlets, prominent bloggers, and Washington insiders. To join the conversation,
just start following us @jinsadc
YouTube – JINSA’s very own YouTube Channel can be accessed on the web
at www.youtube.com/user/JINSACOMM. Here you can browse through our
extensive collection of videos highlighting JINSA activities and key events.
Published articles in 2012 covered Israel’s evolving security situation including
missile defense, the changing nature of Egypt, the potential showdown with
Iran, and the consequences of U.S. defense budget cuts, to name a few.
In early 2012, JINSA’s in-depth analysis of the coming defense budget cuts,
which included testimony from a dozen retired generals and admirals, was
featured in both The Weekly Standard and Politico. Articles were also published
in outlets such as The Washington Times, Defense News, and The Jerusalem Post.
JINSA also appeared on various national syndicated radio shows.
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JINSA’s
Finances
2012 marked a period of transition and growth for JINSA. We have expanded JINSA’s
legacy programs and conducted increased outreach to communities across the United States,
while maintaining 2011’s funding levels and attracting new donors.
We are honored to announce that Joel F. Gemunder has made a three-year commitment to
underwrite the Gemunder Center for Defense and Strategies. The Center will allow JINSA
to be a more effective advocate for the U.S.-Israel relationship, by increasing our ability
to disseminate information gathered in Israel to wider constituencies within the American
defense and foreign policy establishments. It will be directed by Lieutenant General David
P. Fridovich (ret.), a recognized security expert who retired in December 2011 as Deputy
Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command.
The Marcus Foundation’s three-year commitment for JINSA’s Military Academies Program
is ongoing. The grant has allowed JINSA to double the number of cadets and midshipmen
taking part in the program in Israel, as well as reinstate the lecture series by Israeli defense
and security experts at the Military Academies. JINSA’s Law Enforcement Exchange
Program (LEEP) trip to Israel was again fully funded by private donors in 2012, and we
expect that this will continue to be the case in 2013. JINSA’s income in 2011 again reached
$3.4 million, and we anticipate that this trend will continue through 2012.
JINSA’s financial outlook is further improved by a large reduction in health care spending.
While still providing health care for employees and their families, we have reduced our costs
by $200,000 per year. Further, JINSA’s auditors noted strengthened procedures and recordkeeping.
For 2013, we plan to continue to develop creative and valuable programming, as well as
innovative fundraising strategies, to continue this growth into next year and beyond.
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When you support JINSA with your tax-deductible gift, you contribute to JINSA’s mission
of advocating on behalf of a strong U.S. military, a robust national security policy and a strong
U.S. security relationship with Israel and other like-minded democracies.
MAKE A GIFT
For 35 years, JINSA has been creating alliances that promote a strong America and a strong
Israel. We have come a long way in eliminating barriers and ensuring cooperation, but critical
work remains. JINSA is fully prepared for the challenge.
PLANNED GIVING
Your planned gift to JINSA brings a steady source of funds to help JINSA address the security
requirements of both the United States and Israel and to strengthen the strategic relationship
between these two great democracies. Please consider charitable gift annuities, bequests in your
will, and charitable remainder trusts and other alternative gifts.
MAKE A RECURRING DONATION
A monthly, quarterly or yearly gift at any level is a great way to provide ongoing support for our
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click on Support JINSA.
JINSA
Professionals
James P. Cetrone
Director, Communications
James Colbert
Director, Policy
Lt. Gen. David P. Fridovich, USA (ret.)
Director, Gemunder Center for Defense & Strategies
Marsha Halteman
Director, Law Enforcement & Military Programs
Yola H. Johnston
Managing Director
Tom Neumann
Executive Director Emeritus
Steven L. Pomerantz
Director, Counterterrorism Programs
Brian Ahern
Development Assistant
Jennifer Keech
Graphic Designer
Lorin Kleinman
Operations Manager
Nathaniel Markowitz
Program Associate
Erica Nurnberg
Program Associate
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JINSA
Officers
David Ganz
President
Robert M. Keats
Campaign Chairman
Michael A. Nachman
Chairman
Herb S. Ornstein
Member at Large
Morris J. Amitay
Vice Chairman
Joseph S. Spindler, M.D.
Treasurer
Ted H. Dinerstein†
Chairman, Programming
David P. Steinmann†
Co-Chairman, Board of Advisors
Benjamin Gettler*
Co-Chairman, Policy & Resolutions Committee
George A. Violin, M.D.
Chairman, Editorial Board, The Journal
of International Security Affairs
David Justman
Co-Chairman, Board of Advisors
Edward Weiss
Secretary
JINSA
† past President
* past Chairman
Board of Directors
Karen S. Avra
Jerome C. Axelrod
John H. Baker, III
Ira “Bob” Born
Hon. Rudy E. Boschwitz
Hon. Beau Boulter
Kathy P. Britton
Jonathan W. Burkan
Jon M. Burnham
Howard Cohen
Edward M. Czuker
Morris J. Dean
Tieman H. Dippel, Jr.
Michael David Epstein
David M. Fastenberg, M.D.
Lawrence N. Field
Steven J. Finkelman
Norman Freidkin
Robert P. Friedlaender, M.D.
Robert A. Friedman
Roger A. Gerber
Dee Gettler
Frank S. Goldberg
Carol R. Greenwald, Ph.D.
Norman S. Hecht
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Sidney S. Himmel
Irwin Hochberg
Jonathan J. Hochberg
Helen Horowitz
Allen I. Hyman, M.D.
Glenda Kane
Gil B. Kapen
Arthur M. Katz
Joshua W. Katzen
David M. Kaufman
Marjorie Kaufman
Kenneth Levin, M.D.
Jay Lifton
Jonathan B. Loew
Jacob M. Monty
Niel C. Morgan
Cherna Moskowitz
Michael L. Moskowitz
John B. Mowell
David Todd Nadasi
James D. Noteware
Herman J. Obermayer
Bruce D. Pergament
C. Alan Peyser
Gerald M. Quiat
Dr. Michael G. Rapp
Hon. Deborah Riddle
Nina Rosenwald
H. Stephen E. Schloss, Ph.D.
Donald L. Schwarz
Sidney R. Shapiro
Harvey G. Sherzer
Alan R. Silberman
Irving Silver
Mark S. Slotnick
Roger S. Sofer
Gary Stein
Lawrence E. Steinberg
Juan R. Stern, M.D.
Marilyn Stern
Justin J. Strauss
Benjamin E. Streusand
Fiore P. Talarico
Gerald E. Wedren
Craig L. Weinstock
Oded Weiss
Ricardo M. Weitz
Vice Presidents
Armeane M. Choksi, Ph.D.
Hon. David H. Dewhurst
Joel F. Gemunder
Mark E. Helbraun, M.D.
Sharon Turboff Katz, D.D.S.
Jonathan Kislak
Myra Rosenberg Litman, M.D.
Michael Salzhauer
Lawrence Siedlick
Joel J. Sprayregen
Stephen A. Wertheimer, M.D.
Leonard H. Yablon
Joel M. Zinberg, M.D., J.D.
JINSA
Board of Advisors
David P. Steinmann, Co-Chairman
David Justman, Co-Chairman
Professor Anne Bayefsky
Sheriff Kevin Beary
Chief Michael Berkow
Hon. J. Kenneth Blackwell
Hon. John R. Bolton
Chief James Burke
Hon. Eric Cantor
Maj. Gen. Robert D. Eaglet, USAF (ret.)
Adm. Leon A. Edney, USN (ret.)
Lt. Gen. Thomas N. Griffin, Jr., USA (ret.)
Adm. David E. Jeremiah, USN (ret.)
Adm. Jerome Johnson, USN (ret.)
Hon. Max M. Kampelman, Chairman Emeritus
V. Adm. Bernard M. Kauderer, USN (ret.)
V. Adm. Anthony Less, USN (ret.)
Maj. Gen. Jarvis Lynch, USMC (ret.)
R. Adm. Edward Masso, USN (ret.)
Lt. Gen. Charles A. May, Jr., USAF (ret.)
Lt. Gen. Fred McCorkle, USMC (ret.)
R. Adm. Terence E. McKnight, USN (ret.)
Chief William J. McSweeney
R. Adm. William F. Merlin, USCG (ret.)
Maj. Gen. William C. Moore, USA (ret.)
Chief Joseph M. Morris
Dr. Joshua Muravchik
Lt. Gen. Tad J. Oelstrom, USAF (ret.)
R. Adm. James C. Olson, USCG (ret.)
Maj. Gen. Robert B. Patterson, USAF (ret.)
Chief Joseph Polisar
Oliver “Buck” Revell, FBI (ret.)
Maj. Gen. Sidney Shachnow, USA (ret.)
Lt. Gen. Theodore G. Stroup, USA (ret.)
Lt. Gen. Guy C. Swan, III, USA (ret.)
Maj. Gen. Larry S. Taylor, USMCR (ret.)
Lt. Gen. George J. Trautman, III, USMC (ret.)
Gen. Louis C. Wagner, USA (ret.)
Hon. William H. White
R. Adm. Thomas J. Wilson, III, USN (ret.)
Lt. Gen. Stephen G. Wood, USAF (ret.)
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JINSA
President’s Society
Chairman’s Circle
Pamela Gallin, M.D. & Leonard Yablon
David & Judith Ganz
Joel Gemunder
Lucius N. Littauer Foundation
The Marcus Foundation, Inc.
Dr. Irving & Cherna Moskowitz
Michael A. Nachman
Bob J. Perry
Paul Singer
George A. Violin, M.D.
Anonymous
Guardians
The Newton D. & Rochelle Becker Foundation
Paul & Rodica Burg
The Crown Family
Lt. Governor David Dewhurst, Texas
Ardyth & Samuel K. Freshman
Robert Friedman
Linda & Michael Frieze
Dee & Ben Gettler
Barbara & Dr. Mark E. Helbraun
Sidney S. Himmel
Laura & David Justman
Richard I. Kandel – Theodore & Renee Weiler Foundation
The Klarman Family Foundation
Dr. Myra R. & Malcolm Litman
Paul & Pam Litz
Lewis and Joan Lowenstein Foundation
David Todd Nadasi
H. Stephen Schloss, Ph.D.
Lawrence Siedlick
Marilyn & Joel Sprayregen
Gary & Tracy Stein
Catherine & David P. Steinmann
Joel Zinberg, M.D., J.D. & Colleen Edwards, M.D.
Anonymous
Defenders
John H. Baker, III
Louis Brause
Kathy Britton
Armeane Choksi, Ph.D.
Elissa & Edward Czuker
Dr. James H. Desnick
Lorraine & Ted Dinerstein
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Melvin Dubin
Martin Elias
Dr. David M. Fastenberg
Lawrence Field
Norman Freidkin
Dr. Robert P. Friedlaender
Rita & Irwin Hochberg Family Foundation
Fullbright & Jaworski LLP
Marjorie & Jack Gorby Family Fund
Norman and Elaine Hecht
Edward F. Heil
Albert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable Fund
Robert A. Immerman
Amelia & Joshua W. Katzen
Marjorie & David H. Kaufman
Karen & Robert Keats
Tina & Jonathan Kislak
Stephen Lasher & Janiece Longoria
Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP
Alan L. Meltzer
Ike J. Monty, III
Dr. Phillip C. Phan
Gerald M. Quiat
Jerome & Toby Rapport Foundation
Henry Rosenberg
Richard M. Rosenberg
Amanda & Michael Salzhauer
Susan & Don Schwarz
Dr. Robert Shillman
Alan R. Silberman
Frances & Irving Silver
Susan & Dr. Juan Stern
Gerald Wedren
Craig Weinstock
Edward Weiss
Barbara & Dr. Stephen Wertheimer
Deanna & Sidney D. Wolk
Multiple anonymous gifts
Advocates
Dan & Linda Abrams
Jerry Axelrod
Mitchell Bloom
Ronald H. Bloom
The Hon. Beau Boulter
Stephen Breslauer
CenterPoint Energy
Martin Fein & Kelli Cohen Fein, M.D.
Esther & Sumner L. Feldberg
Irwin S. Field
Frank S. Goldberg
Edward W. Gordon
Fredric Gould
Dr. Marshal and Nancy Greenblatt
Miriam Groman
Leena & Erwin Groner
Seth W. Hamot
Irwin Jacobs
Glenda & Jerry Kane
Arthur Katz
Dr. Sharon Turboff Katz & Marvin Katz
David Katzen
Joshua H. Landes
Diane & Andrew Lappin
Jay Lifton
Roman Martinez
Gila & Adam Milstein
Jacob M. & Adelina Monty
Niel Morgan
Kenneth J. Novack
Herb Ornstein
Franklin Paulson
Christopher Pechock
Sharon & Gary Pollak
Anthony J. Provenzano
Tom Reiser
M. Russ Robinson
Regina J. Rogers
Glen Rosenbaum
Lee & Gary Rosenthal
Nina Rosenwald
Lenny and Corinne Sands
Sidney Shapiro
Susan & Harvey Sherzer
Samuel & Helene Soref Foundation
Sarah & Dr. Joseph Spindler
Marilyn & Jerome Stern
Steve Stewart
Strake Foundation
Justin J. Strauss
Ben Streusand
Fiore Talarico
Lisa & Steven Tannenbaum
Rochelle & David Zohn
Anonymous
Benefactors
Beverly Bavly
Jon M. Burnham
Michael Carley
Irwin & Roberta Chafetz
Stuart H. Coleman
Mort David
Ralph Davidson
Tieman H. Dippel, Jr.
Halley & Ruth Anne Faust
Sandra & Steven Finkelman
Kenneth Fox
Donna & David Frieze
David Goldenson
Mark D. Goldwasser
Bruce J. Goodman
Eugene Grant
Charles Greenhouse
Dr. Carol Greenwald
Jean & Roger E. Harris
Dr. & Mrs. Stuart Hershon
Ilene & Jerry Herz
Jeffrey Hirschfeld
Valerie & Dr. Allen Hyman
Morry Kalimian
Karen & Gil Kapen
Kaplan Family Foundation
Ralph Kaplan
Shelly & Michael A. Kassen
Jay Katz
Evan M. Koster
William F. Langfan
Stan H. Lipshutz
Vered & Janet Lehr
Marek Family Foundation
Spencer & Cassie Neumann
Bette & Reynold F. Paris
Allan L. Pashcow
Frank Plimpton
Gary Polland
Paul Rosenbaum
Mark Rosenblatt & Sarah Stern
Martin Sanders
Morris A. Sandler
Etty & Jacques Sardas
Daniel Shuchman & Lori Lesser
Mitchell & Linda Singer
Slate Family Foundation
Daniel Sloan
Stephanie Hascoe & Mark Slotnick
Zina and Andy Smith
Michael W. Steinberg
Naomi & Bory Steinberg
Walter P. Stern
Theodore & Adrienne Sternklar
Manish Thakur
Denise & Sasha Toperich
Jonathan Violin
Steven Violin
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Randy & Charles Wax
Joel M. Weingarten
Rita & Henry Wells
Multiple anonymous gifts
Patrons
Rep. Sarah Davis & Kent Adams
Arthur & Wilma Aeder
Stanford & Joan Alexander Foundation
Morris, Max & Sarah Altman Memorial Trust
Eric Michael Anton
Mitchell A. Bacharach
Carl F. Barron
Michael Bayer
Theodore Berenson
Col. Myron J. Berman, USAR (ret.)
Gerald Bickoff
Frederick S. Bogart
Ira “Bob” Born
Wendy & Ross J. Born
Jonathan Burkan
Cahn Family Foundation, Inc.
Howard Cohen
Zivan Cohen
Barbara & William Dahl/ GB and M May Foundation
Sarah Davis
Bert Davidson
Beryl & Morris Dean
Alvin Entin
Joseph Freed
Bernard Fuchs
Linda & Arthur Gelb
Georgette Gelbard
Jane & Roger A. Gerber Philanthropic Fund
David Golden
Ian D. Gordon
Rabbi Leslie Gordon & David Goodtree
Michael B. Greenwald
David & Nicole Gruenstein
Jack Halpern
Jerry Heymann
William Hildreth
Edward Kalikow
Lawrence Kalish
Jonathan B. Kallman
Christopher J. Kearns
Allan Lauer
Lawrence E. Lerner
Andrea & Dr. Kenneth Levin
Herbert Levitt
Pearl G. Lewin
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Robert & Jane Lewit
Zvie Liberman
Sandra S. Litner
Jonathan B. Loew
Hector G. Longoria
Goldie Rutenberg & Parents Family Foundation
William M. Marcus
Karin McQuillan
Alice & RADM William Merlin, USCG (ret.)
Harvey M. Meyerhoff Fund
Larry Mizel
Ebrahim Moussazadeh
Leon Nelkin
Betty & Herman J. Obermayer
The Hon. Debbie & Mike Riddle
Ruth Robinson Family Fund
Jarrow L. Rogovin
Jan and Joe Roller
Rose Heart Foundation
Elisabeth H. Ross
Jeffrey & Elinor Ross
William R. Sapers
Trudy & Clyde P. Selig
Ellen & Laz Schneider
David M. Schwartz
Mark N. Schwartz Charitable Fund
Mel Sembler
Jerrold K. Senser
Phyllis Sewell
David & Marlene Sheena
Orna Shulman
Rose L. Shure
Shoel D. Silver
Lenore & Paul Sislin
Stuart Sloame
RADM Robert Smith, III, USN (ret.)
Roger Sofer
Stephen H. Sosnick
Lawrence Steinberg
Ann & Willy Stern
Stanley Tate
Jill and Daniel Wallen
Benjamin H. Werber
Brenda & Barry Winston
Alan Zekelman
Robert Zinn
Multiple anonymous gifts
November 1, 2011–November 1, 2012
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