Congressman Greg Landsman, representing Ohio’s 1st district, recently shared a series of statements on Twitter addressing issues related to antisemitism, his views on Israel, and self-determination for both Jews and Palestinians. The tweets provide insight into his perspectives as a pro-Israel advocate who also supports Palestinian rights.
On June 10, 2025, Congressman Landsman stated that a proposed bill “requires colleges to use this definition in building out trainings and teachings that help to combat antisemitism. That’s it.” He clarified that the bill does not aim to “punish any speech or stop anyone from being hateful.” Read more
In another tweet posted on the same day, he described himself as “a pro-Israel Jew who criticizes Israel,” emphasizing his practice of visiting Israel to directly communicate with its Prime Minister about his concerns. He expressed belief in the impact of these direct conversations. Read more
Further elaborating on his stance regarding self-determination, Landsman tweeted that “denying Jews self-determination, or anti-Zionism, is wrong,” while also affirming that “denying Palestinians self-determination is also wrong.” He highlighted the issue with individuals who believe only one group deserves security and freedom. Read more
Greg Landsman has been serving in Congress since 2023 after succeeding Steve Chabot. Born in Cincinnati in 1976 and an alumnus of Ohio University, Landsman’s legislative efforts often reflect his background and commitment to issues affecting both local and international communities.
