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Tag: New York 17th District

0 Politics Israel

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 Communities

Beth Davidson, Jewish candidate in NY-17, courts voters uneasy with Democratic divides over Israel

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 10 Jun

Beth Davidson, a Jewish candidate for Congress in New York's 17th district, is navigating the complex landscape of Democratic divides over Israel while maintaining her commitment to liberal policies.

0 Politics Israel

NY candidate criticizes Israel on Hasan Piker’s show, sparking backlash in heavily Jewish swing district

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 31 Mar

Effie Phillips-Staley, a Congressional candidate in a heavily Jewish district in New York, has ignited controversy with her sharp critique of Israel during an interview on Hasan Piker's show, known for its leftist perspectives.

0 Politics Israel

Lawler challenger Peter Chatzky says Israel violating U.S. arms sales laws

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 8 Sep 2025

Peter Chatzky, deputy mayor and a Democratic candidate in New York's 17th district, is drawing attention for his critical views on U.S.-Israel relations.

0 Politics Culture

Lawler challenger Jessica Reinmann says she feels a deep personal connection to Israel

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 24 Mar 2025

Jessica Reinmann, a Democratic challenger for New York's 17th Congressional District, emphasizes her deep ties to Israel and Jewish heritage, influenced by her family's Holocaust history.