Ambassador Huckabee comments on stereotypes about Jews and global influence

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee responded with irony to anti-Semitic myths about Jewish "world domination," citing demographic statistics: 16 million Jews — 0.05% of the world's population. He emphasized the inseparable connection between Judaism and Christianity, noting that Jesus was Jewish and the early church consisted of Jews. Huckabee also reiterated the thesis that without Israel, the United States would not have come into existence.

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee addressed common stereotypes about the Jewish people. Addressing the topic of anti-Semitic myths about "world domination," the diplomat cited demographic statistics: there are about 16 million Jews in the world, which is about 0.05% of the global population. With a touch of irony, Huckabee noted that if such a small group of people could indeed take control of the global banking system, entertainment industry, military, and science, then perhaps we should hand them the keys. The ambassador also touched on issues of spiritual continuity. He emphasized that while Jews do not need Christian approval to confirm their faith, he himself cannot be a Christian without the foundation of Judaism. "Jesus was, in fact, Jewish. The early church consisted of Jews. They celebrated holidays. They observed traditions," Huckabee recalled. In conclusion, the diplomat mentioned his previous statement that without the existence of Israel, the United States itself would not have come into being. According to Huckabee, a detailed study of history confirms the objectivity of this thesis.