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79% of Jews voted for Kamala Harris, according to largest preliminary exit poll

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 6 Nov

Preliminary exit polls from the National Election Pool suggest that 79% of Jewish voters supported Kamala Harris, continuing the trend of Jewish support for Democrats in national elections.

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Adam Schiff wins race for U.S. Senate seat previously held by Dianne Feinstein

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 6 Nov

Rep. Adam Schiff, a Jewish Democrat known for his prominent role in the impeachment inquiries against former President Donald Trump, has won the U.S. Senate seat in California previously held by Dianne Feinstein.

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Adam Schiff wins race for U.S. Senate seat previously held by Dianne Feinstein

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 6 Nov

Rep. Adam Schiff, a Jewish Democrat known for his prominent role in the impeachment inquiries against former President Donald Trump, has won the U.S. Senate seat in California previously held by Dianne Feinstein.

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I am not Jewish, but I became a Zionist. Here's why.

Nick Rafter in Future of Jewish · 5 Nov

Nick Rafter, a New York-based journalist, shares his journey to becoming a Zionist amid rising global antisemitism, particularly surrounding Israel's participation in events like Eurovision.

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Diverging Roads

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 5 Nov

Cindy Scarr's article "Diverging Roads" in Mishpacha Magazine examines the contrasting economic and political platforms of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump as they vie to offer hope for a better American future.

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In a Jewish neighborhood of Los Angeles, the presidential election is all about Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 5 Nov

In Los Angeles' Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, the upcoming presidential election is heavily influenced by U.S.-Israel relations, particularly due to the impact of Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

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In a Jewish neighborhood of Los Angeles, the presidential election is all about Israel

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 5 Nov

In Los Angeles' Jewish neighborhood of Pico-Robertson, the upcoming presidential election is heavily influenced by U.S.-Israel relations, particularly due to the impact of Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

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Bipartisan Empire: Foreign Policy, Regional War, and the 2024 Election

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 5 Nov

This episode features a live panel discussion on the foreign policy approaches of Trump and Harris as they head into the 2024 election, particularly focusing on the Middle East and the waning bipartisan consensus on American primacy.

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Live blog: NC and Delaware elect Jewish governors, LA shul turns polling place, Jerusalem watch party

Forward Staff in Forward · 5 Nov

During a pivotal Election Day, Jewish influence was notably prominent as two states, North Carolina and Delaware, elected Jewish governors.

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4 Jewish questions for Election Day 2024 and its aftermath

Ben Sales in JTA · 5 Nov

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Jewish Americans face critical questions about their role and influence in the political landscape.

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This election, I finally understand the undecided Jewish voter

Amy Klein in Forward · 4 Nov

Amidst a contentious election season marked by polarization within her own family, Amy Klein delves into the complexities facing undecided Jewish voters.

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American Airlines won’t fly to Israel again until at least September 2025

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 4 Nov

American Airlines has announced that it will not resume flights to Israel until at least September 2025, extending its current suspension by half a year amidst regional security concerns following the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack.

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Poetry | Undergrowth, by Sara Samhaji

Maura Pellettieri in Moment · 4 Nov

Sara Camhaji's collection "Undergrowth" intertwines the natural and spiritual worlds, exploring themes of identity and the power of nature through poetry that invites cosmic reflection.

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Does the Electoral College strengthen or weaken Jewish influence on the election?

Louis Keene in Forward · 4 Nov

With around 7.5 million Jews in the United States, Jewish electoral influence depends heavily on the mechanics of the Electoral College.

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Does the Electoral College strengthen or weaken Jewish influence on the election?

Louis Keene in Forward · 4 Nov

With around 7.5 million Jews in the United States, Jewish electoral influence depends heavily on the mechanics of the Electoral College.

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The surefire way for Jews to lose this election

Rob Eshman in Forward · 4 Nov

Rob Eshman emphasizes the importance of American Jews focusing on democratic values over party allegiance in the 2024 U.S. elections.

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The surefire way for Jews to lose this election

Rob Eshman in Forward · 4 Nov

Rob Eshman underscores the vital necessity for American Jews to prioritize the safeguarding of democracy amidst divisive electoral outcomes, regardless of personal political affiliations.

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This is a make or break election issue for young Jews

Ami Gelman in Forward · 4 Nov

With climate change increasingly sidelined in political discussions, young Jews express concern as recent polls show decreasing priority for the issue among Jewish voters.

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Need help voting in Yiddish (or Urdu or Tagalog or Gujarati or Polish or Russian or Tamil or Hmong)?

Aviya Kushner in Forward · 4 Nov

Aviya Kushner highlights the challenges and importance of language assistance for voters in the United States, emphasizing the provisions of the Voting Rights Act which mandate multilingual support in jurisdictions with significant non-English speaking populations.

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I was Stephen Miller's rabbi. Here's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris.

Neil Comess-Daniels in Forward · 4 Nov

Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels, a leader at Beth Shir Shalom synagogue, explains his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the upcoming election, contrasting her compassionate policies with the hardline stances of Stephen Miller, his former congregant and senior adviser to Donald Trump.

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I was Stephen Miller's rabbi. Here's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris

Neil Comess-Daniels in Forward · 4 Nov

Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels discusses his decision to vote for Kamala Harris in the context of Jewish values and his past connection to Stephen Miller, a prominent figure in Trump's administration known for his immigration policies.

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Beyond Trump and Harris: 7 congressional and governor’s races Jews should watch

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 4 Nov

The article highlights congressional and gubernatorial races in which Jewish interests and voters play a crucial role.

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Vibes and Polls and Predictions, Oh My!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Nov

Debate surrounds the potential outcomes of the upcoming election, with a focus on unexpected poll results and their implications.

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Vibes and Polls and Predictions, Oh My!

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 4 Nov

Debate surrounds the potential outcomes of the upcoming election, with a focus on unexpected poll results and their implications.

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Two More Reasons to Vote for Kamala Harris

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 4 Nov

Peter Beinart explores arguments for voting for Kamala Harris despite her perceived shortcomings regarding Palestinian rights.

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