CUFI
Summary
Founded 2006. 10M+ members. Largest pro-Israel organization in US. Christian Zionist lobbying arm.
Definition
Founded 2006. 10M+ members. Largest pro-Israel organization in US. Christian Zionist lobbying arm.
Background & History
Christians United for Israel (CUFI), founded in 2006 by Pastor John Hagee, is the largest pro-Israel organization in the United States with 10+ million members. CUFI mobilizes evangelical Christian support for Israel through theological framing (Christian Zionism) and political lobbying. The organization coordinates with AIPAC and Israeli government officials to advance Israel-aligned legislation. CUFI's annual Washington Summit brings 6,000+ activists to lobby Congress.
Operational Role in the Network
Christian Zionist node — mobilizes 10M+ evangelical Christians as a political force for Israel. Provides mass grassroots political support that complements AIPAC's elite lobbying operations.
Primary Sources
- Network graph documentation