Rethinking Foreign Policy is a Maryland-based organization and publishing platform focused on connecting U.S. foreign policy to domestic politics, with particular emphasis on the Middle East and U.S. policy toward Israel and Palestine. ([rethinkingforeignpolicy.org](https://rethinkingforeignpolicy.org/?utm_source=openai)) The project seeks to inspire a fundamental rethinking of U.S. foreign policy and broaden debate beyond traditional Washington perspectives. ([rethinkingforeignpolicy.org](https://rethinkingforeignpolicy.org/2018/06/26/renaming-and-rethinking-foreign-policy/?utm_source=openai)) It publishes analysis and commentary addressing issues including Gaza, Israel, Iran, Syria, and broader U.S. engagement in the Middle East. ([rethinkingforeignpolicy.org](https://rethinkingforeignpolicy.org/?utm_source=openai))
The organization advocates for a reassessment of U.S. foreign policy, emphasizing reduced reliance on military force, greater diplomatic engagement, and critical examination of U.S. involvement in Middle East conflicts, particularly Israel-Palestine and Gaza. ([rethinkingforeignpolicy.org](https://rethinkingforeignpolicy.org/?utm_source=openai))
Likely supported through private donations and standard nonprofit funding sources; the organization is registered with an Employer Identification Number in Maryland. ([eindata.com](https://www.eindata.com/company-preview/rethinking-foreign-policy-97b127d58248?utm_source=openai))
Founded and led by foreign policy analyst Mitchell Plitnick, a former co-director of Jewish Voice for Peace, with collaborations and publications connected to outlets covering Middle East policy debates. ([rethinkingforeignpolicy.org](https://rethinkingforeignpolicy.org/2018/06/26/renaming-and-rethinking-foreign-policy/?utm_source=openai))
Non-profit organization
