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Nancy Pelosi

Nancy Patricia Pelosi is an American politician who was the 52nd speaker of the United States House of Representatives, serving from 2007 to 2011 and again from 2019 to 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, she was the first female elected speaker and the first woman to lead a major political party in either chamber of Congress, heading the House Democrats from 2003 to 2023. Her 20 years as a House party leader are tied with Joe Martin's as the second-longest after Sam Rayburn. Pelosi is in her 20th term, having served in the House since 1987, representing California's 11th congressional district, which includes most of San Francisco. She is the dean of California's congressional delegation.

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Nancy Pelosi
Conflict Stance Assessment
100/100
Israel-leaning

Based on public statements and material ties.

At a glance

OccupationAmerican politician (born 1940)
CountryUnited States
Place of BirthBaltimore
BirthdayMarch 26, 1940
Sexfemale
ReligionCatholicism
Social Media
@SpeakerPelosi pelosi.house.gov
Public Record

Positions & Funding

Documented stances on the conflict and disclosed financial ties.

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Position on Israel

Stated public stance

  • Voted for Jerusalem Embassy Act relocating US embassy to Jerusalem.
  • Voted against Hamas participation in 2006 Palestinian Authority elections.
  • Voted for resolution supporting Israel response to 2006 Lebanon War.
  • Hosted reception with Israeli officials to toast US Israel friendship.
  • Supported Israel during the 2014 Israel Gaza conflict.
  • Called Israel establishment the greatest twentieth century political accomplishment.
  • Voted against resolution condemning UN Security Council Resolution 2334.
  • Condemned the Boycott Divestment and Sanctions movement targeting Israel.
  • Criticized Israel plan to annex parts of the West Bank and Jordan Valley.
  • Co signed letter urging reconsideration of arms shipments to Israel.