Tag: J Street

AIPAC spent over $14 million in an attempt to unseat Congressman Jamaal Bowman in the Democratic primary, a record-breaking amount for such campaigns.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman, known for his increasing criticism of Israel, recently won the endorsement of the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), despite a history of strained relations with the group.
In a significant Maryland Democratic Senate primary, Angela Alsobrooks, backed by J Street, defeated David Trone, who has ties to AIPAC but did not receive their endorsement.
Joe Vogel, a 27-year-old progressive Jewish candidate in Maryland's 6th District, aims to become a congressman.
The pro-Israel lobby AIPAC's affiliated campaign finance group has invested $4.2 million in Maryland's 3rd District Democratic primary to support state Sen. Sarah Elfreth, though Israel isn't a key issue in the race.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman is reportedly trailing by 17 points in his reelection bid against Westchester County Executive George Latimer, with Latimer gaining support from various Democratic and Jewish groups due to Bowman's controversial stance on Israel.
A coalition of liberal Zionist groups, including J Street and the Reconstructionist movement, has called for a bilateral ceasefire to end the Israel-Hamas war, emphasizing the need for a diplomatic solution and opposing a military resolution.
Six U.S. House Democrats, including Rosa DeLauro, raised concerns about Prime Minister Netanyahu's alleged disregard for Palestinian lives during a recent visit to Israel organized by J Street.
Jewish Democratic organizations, like Democratic Majority for Israel and J Street, are strategizing to ensure President Biden's reelection by rallying support from pro-Israel Democrats.
New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman, facing a strong primary challenge from a Democrat backed by AIPAC due to his stance on the Israel-Hamas war, has teamed up with Michigan Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a vocal Israel critic.
Left-wing Zionist groups Americans for Peace Now and Ameinu are set to merge in order to consolidate voices in the liberal Zionist camp.
Staff departures at J Street, a liberal Zionist lobbying group, have been prompted by the organization's support for Israel's assault on Gaza.
J Street, a liberal Israel lobby, has dropped its endorsement of New York Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman due to differences in framing and approach.
J Street, a pro-Israel, pro-peace lobby, has withdrawn its endorsement of New York Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman due to his criticisms of Israel during the Israel-Hamas war.
Americans for Peace Now, a left-wing pro-Israel organization, has become the first American Zionist group to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.
Herb Kohl, the former Jewish senator from Wisconsin and owner of the Milwaukee Bucks, has passed away at the age of 88.
Progressive Jewish groups, including J Street and Truah, attended a March for Israel on November 14th and refused to call for a ceasefire, aligning themselves with the Jewish mainstream.
Progressive Jewish organization J Street has threatened to withdraw its support for Israel's military campaign in Gaza unless meaningful changes are made to the government's conduct and attitudes.
Progressive Jewish groups are upset with the decision to have evangelical pastor John Hagee speak at a pro-Israel rally on the National Mall.
President Joe Biden has an opportunity to transform the recent tragedy in Israel, caused by a brutal terrorist attack by Hamas, into a diplomatic opportunity.
A recent GOP debate discussed issues related to Israel and George Soros.
The author reflects on their longtime involvement with AIPAC and their decision to join J Street.
A recent fundraising letter from AIPAC, a pro-Israel advocacy group, targeted J Street, a movement of pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans, describing them as part of the anti-Israel fringe.
A group of current and former officials at local federations and community relations councils are calling on the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) to clarify its position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict after the organization sponsored a conference promoting Israeli settlements.
Deborah Lipstadt, the U.S. special envoy to combat antisemitism, met with Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli, who had previously defended Elon Musk's attacks on George Soros and called J Street a "hostile organization."