GOP redistricting tests the strength of Florida’s pro-Israel Democrats
JTA — Two Jewish women who have long represented Southeast Floridians in Congress will take on progressive opponents in…
Florida venue cancels Rashida Tlaib rally after state lawmaker protests ‘anti-Jew’ event
A South Florida site backed out of hosting a rally with Democratic US Representative Rashida Tlaib, a staunch…
Democratic incumbent loses Connecticut primary in which Israel not a decisive factor
JTA — Luke Bronin scored a decisive victory over longtime US Representative John Larson in Connecticut’s Democratic primary…
One Internal Pollster Saw the Primary Results Coming
Politics Editor Bill Scher has been exploring how internal polls commissioned by candidates, taking advantage of a decline…
Hawaii primaries pose latest test for Democrats amid party split over Israel
After a series of Democratic primary victories by candidates sharply critical of Israel, the party’s ideological divide moves…
Israel emerges as a wedge issue in Democratic primaries
“Yes, there is a vigorous debate, but across broad segments of the parties, support for Israel remains firmly…
Why are US politicians so focused on Israel, when voters say it’s not a priority?
Earlier this month, US politicians Rahm Emanuel and Rep. Ro Khanna made highly publicized trips to Israel. Both…
How Michigan’s Senate race is testing pro-Israel Jews’ loyalty to the Democratic Party
JTA — Joel Tauber has been through many an election in his 92 years. And, with the exception…
Francesca Hong, running for governor of Wisconsin, focuses campaign on affordability, Israel
JTA — Meet Wisconsin’s Mamdani. Francesca Hong is running for governor of Wisconsin, emphasizing affordability and opposition to…
Israel Is Becoming Toxic for Democrats. Let’s Keep It Up!
Last month’s midterms were an earthquake for the Democratic establishment. Across the country, progressive challengers sailed to victory…
Why US politics feels like it’s all about Israel — and what that does and doesn’t mean for Jews
One of the most surprising things about the implosion of Graham Platner’s campaign for US Senate, given the…
Under fire, Stephen King retracts support for anti-Israel candidate accused of rape
JTA — After coming under criticism for saying he hoped Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner does not…