From November 7-16, 2007, a group of California legislators experienced Israel, most for the first time. They traveled with The Jewish Federation on a special trip that included visits to various historical sites and successful programs funded by the Federation, and meetings with their counterparts in the Israeli government to discuss shared challenges and best practices. Each day of the trip, one legislator wrote observations on their experience. See their reflections below.

The group included: California State Assemblymembers Jared Huffman (6th District), Sally Lieber (22nd District), John Laird (27th District), Ted Lieu (53rd District), Mike Feuer (42nd District), Joel Anderson (77th District), Mike Davis (48th District). Read more about the participants.

Thursday, November 15, 2007
Observations of Assemblymember Mike Davis

Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Observations of Assemblymember John Laird

Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Observations of Assemblymember Jared Huffman