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Ron Galperin, a California political figure who served as the 19th Los Angeles City Controller from 2013 to 2022, has documented ties to pro-Israel advocacy organizations.
In January 2026, Galperin was named interim director of AJC Los Angeles, a regional office of the American Jewish Committee (AJC). The AJC is described as a “global advocacy organization for the Jewish people” with a mission that includes “standing up for Israel” and working “to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel”. As interim director, Galperin’s role involves spearheading AJC’s efforts with elected officials and community leaders to further its objectives, including combating antisemitism and advocating for Israel.
Galperin’s background includes strong family ties to Israel; his Israeli-born mother was a member of the Haganah and a veteran of Israel’s War of Independence. He is fluent in Hebrew and has been active in various Jewish community organizations for decades.
In April 2026, Galperin, in his capacity as interim Los Angeles regional director at the American Jewish Committee, commented on an antisemitic assault, also mentioning Israel Advocacy Day.
Furthermore, Galperin has been involved with the Combat Anti-Semitism Movement (CAM). According to a 2021 article, CAM’s mission frames the “defense of Israel as both integral to opposing antisemitism and beyond the realm of politics”. The organization’s tagline is “for the Jewish people, their homeland and humanity,” and Galperin stated that “defending Israel is central to its mission”. He also indicated that CAM would not accept groups that “decide that Israel has no right to exist”.
| Candidate | Years | Direct Contributions | Behested Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Zbur | 2023-2025 | $2,680 | $0 |
| Ben Allen | 2013-2025 | $750 | $0 |