Rockland County, New York, United States

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Pro-Israel Democrat Cait Conley to take on vulnerable Republican Rep. Mike Lawler

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 23 Jun

In New York's 17th Congressional District, Cait Conley, a military veteran and former national security advisor, has emerged as the Democratic challenger to Republican Rep. Mike Lawler, both of whom hold strong pro-Israel stances.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Hochul makes play for Orthodox voters with tuition relief and synagogue buffer zones

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 11 May

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is proactively seeking support from Orthodox Jewish voters in her reelection campaign by advocating for tuition relief for yeshivas and proposing stronger legislation to combat antisemitism.

0 Communities Ethics

The Sandwich Generation

Jamie Betesh Carter in Tablet · 22 Oct 2025

The article sheds light on the "sandwich generation," which refers to middle-aged adults caring for both their children and aging parents simultaneously.

0 Communities Culture

For 110 years, a proudly Jewish family has been a treasured purveyor of pork

PJ Grisar in Forward · 23 Jul 2025

The Teitel Brothers Wholesale Grocery on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx is a century-old institution run by the Teitel family, Orthodox Jewish immigrants from Poland, known for its Italian pork products.

0 Food History

How your matzah gets made: A peek inside the Streit’s factory

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 7 Apr 2025

Streits, a renowned kosher food company best known for its matzah, is celebrating its centennial anniversary.

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American elections are one place where Jews do count

Jewish Chronicle · 14 Nov 2024

The Jewish vote in American elections remains a vital and dynamic factor, revealing shifts in political allegiances that are not easily captured by pollsters.

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From the Newsletter | Exit Polls Hint at Trump Gains with Jewish Voters

Jacob Forman in Moment · 7 Nov 2024

Donald Trump has reportedly seen significant gains among Jewish voters in the 2024 presidential election, according to exit polls and initial analyses.

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Jewish voters play key role in NY House races, but number of Jewish members of Congress will drop

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 6 Nov 2024

In the recent New York elections, Jewish voters played a pivotal role in shaping outcomes, impacting both local and national political landscapes.

0 Politics Culture

Video of a Yiddish song supporting Trump for president has gone viral

פֿאָרווערטס־רעדאַקציע in Forward · 4 Nov 2024

A Yiddish song endorsing Donald Trump's presidential campaign has gained widespread attention by being circulated on trucks in Rockland County, New York.

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Trump hosts 150 Orthodox leaders, delivers Israel speech at golf course dinner

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 10 Jul 2023

Former President Donald Trump recently hosted around 150 Orthodox Jewish leaders at his Bedminster golf course, emphasizing his past support for Israel.

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Most of the community rejected her. But a small circle of Orthodox Jews had Kathy Hochul’s back

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 10 Nov 2022

In a surprising twist during the New York gubernatorial race, while much of the Orthodox Jewish community in Brooklyn heavily supported Republican candidate Lee Zeldin, Democratic incumbent Governor Kathy Hochul managed to secure endorsement from certain influential Orthodox groups outside the city.

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GOP mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa frustrated at lack of Jewish support

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 31 Aug 2021

Curtis Sliwa, the Republican mayoral candidate in New York City, is struggling to gain traction among the city's Orthodox Jewish community despite his historical ties and tough-on-crime stance.

0 Politics Antisemitism

New York GOP Chapter Defends Anti-Semitic Campaign Ad Despite Deleting Video

Forward · 29 Aug 2019

In Rockland County, New York, a Republican Party chapter released a controversial campaign video depicting Orthodox Jews, particularly legislator Aron Wieder, in a negative light, suggesting a "takeover" of the area and urging viewers to "Take back control."

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