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Boycott Israel and New Jersey Will Boycott You

Governor Christie signed into law on Tuesday a measure that prohibits state investments in any company that boycotts Israel.

Governor Christie signed into law on Tuesday a measure that prohibits state investments in any company that boycotts Israel.

“Israel is the beacon of democracy in a region that is in constant conflict and turmoil” Christie said moments after signing the bill.

 

He noted New Jersey does $1.3 billion in trade with Israel annually.

 

Christie encouraged other states to adopt similar measures.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.