
Eli Clifton
Eli Clifton is a senior adviser at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, where he focuses on U.S. foreign policy and its implications for global peace and security. With a background in journalism and policy analysis, Clifton has written extensively on issues related to Middle Eastern affairs and U.S. military engagements. His recent commentary emphasizes the need for diplomatic solutions rather than military escalation, particularly in the context of U.S.-Iran relations.
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Eli Clifton is a co-founder and senior adviser at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.
The pro-Israel lobby has swayed US presidents since Truman. It must end with Trump | US political lobbyingThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-08-02
Eli Clifton is a senior adviser at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.
America is sleepwalking into another unnecessary war | Eli Clifton and Eldar MamedovThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-06-18















