The Israel lobby is an expression of older Jews chiefly. Sidney Harman is as old as Methuselah, almost. His wife Jane Harman, a congresswoman who appears at AIPAC and works for Israel’s interests, is 65. Forbes on Sidney Harman’s purchase of Newsweek:
“Jane Harman would like to control Newsweek. She is interested in exiting Congress and Newsweek would be a perch for her to be a major player,” says the source. Harman has served in the House for 17 years. If House Democrats lose as many seats this November as polls predict, her new minority status could certainly accelerate such a decision. Harman is the second richest House member and chairs its Homeland Security Subcommittee. Republicans respect Harman’s hawkish national security views. “She’s tough and inquisitive,” says the operative.
