An Avalon spout about both parties avowing their support of Israel at the AIPAC Convention is a no-brainer. Yes, Israel is an ally that receives enormous American aid year after year. And yes, Israel is a democracy. However, it is astonishing that a country of about 8 million people have much to say about our foreign policy. The reason is the millions of dollars contributed by some wealthy Jewish citizens of the U.S. in elections. Israel needs American foreign aid, and politicians need money to feed their aspirations. It is that simple! Where money comes from doesn't matter, only the money.