Do early visits to Israel shape political leaders' lifelong opinions on the Jewish state? This article contrasts the legacies of Israel experiences for political leaders. It examines Democratic Sen. Bernie Sanders's obsessive critique of Israel and his alliances with illiberal political allies. On the other hand, figures like Jerry Seinfeld, Pierre Poilievre, and Geert Wilder have expressed love and support for Israel following their experiences in the country. The article suggests that Israel should invest in subsidizing separate trips for young, non-Jewish students to debunk fabrications about the country.