Heather Johnston

Heather Johnston is the Founder and President of U.S. Israel Education Association, a nonpartisan organization that advances dialogue and cooperation between the United States and Israel.

Painting showing the Committee of Five presenting the draft of the Declaration of Independence

Opinion

July 1, 2026

America and Israel: A covenant, not a contract

America's bond with Israel traces back to Puritan settlers who modeled their covenant on Hebrew Scripture, predating the nation's founding by centuries.

Protest against antisemitism in Washington D.C.

Opinion

November 26, 2025

Why Christians must stand with Israel and the Jewish people amid surging antisemitism

Christians must resist rising antisemitism and stand with Israel based on biblical promises. The sacred bond between Christians and Jews rooted in faith.