"Israel may not rank in the top three as far as issues in caucusgoers minds, or primarygoers minds, however, if you are wrong on your approach, and too nuanced on your embrace of Israel it could disqualify you quickly," Mr. Vander Plaats said.
Republicans with 2024 election hopes pounce on Biden's response to Israel-Palestine conflict
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The tough talk from the GOP is likely to play well for presidential contenders, said Robert L. Vander Plaats, head of the Family Leader, a conservative Christian organization in Iowa.
Mike Pompeo: Biden's weakness opened door to turmoil in Middle East
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