US Jewry

US Jews sour on Iran war:

Just one-third now call campaign successful

JPPI Voice of the Jewish People Index finds 64% view Iran campaign as a failure, while 55% say US military action did not go far enough.

American Jews favor opposition in Israel's upcoming elections

JPPI Voice of the Jewish People Index finds 54% prefer the current opposition, while 14% prefer the current coalition; 78% follow election news closely.

Born in Israel

Ilan Goldenberg to serve as Harris' Jewish communities liaison

US Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign taps Ilan Goldenberg, a senior advisor previously worked on US-led peace talks, to serve as the Harris-Walz campaign's liaison to the American Jewish community.

Dov Hikind to Arutz Sheva:

'It’s time to stand up and be proud Jews. We need leadership'

Former NY State Assemblyman and founder of Americans Against Antisemitism talks to Arutz Sheva about Israel-US relations, antisemitism in the US, upcoming presidential elections, and more.

Despite admin's opposition

Majority of US Jews support Rafah operation

A poll by JPPI found that American Jews are in consensus about the need for Israel to operate in Rafah. A majority also says Senator Chuck Schumer had no place to call for elections in Israel.

Pres. Herzog to DC rallygoers:

'In our darkest moment, you stood up and declared: I am here'

Israeli President speaks to 'March for Israel' rally in Washington from the Western Wall.

Diaspora Min demands security for Western Wall Egalitarian plaza

Diaspora Minister says Israel's relationships with US Jewry, Democratic party depend on protecting worshipers at southern Kotel section.

93% of US Jews concerned by antisemitism levels in US

42% of US Jews say they experienced antisemitism directly or know someone who has in new survey.

Being afraid to defy the mob. Opinion

Truth is no longer a commodity available to all Americans, but a prisoner of the growing silent majority who stand and watch in disbelief.

Watch: Rabbi Wallerstein calls on US Jews to make Aliyah

Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein, founder of Ateres Naava Seminary in Brooklyn, says living in America is 'not for us' anymore.

Why the Israeli attitude toward American Jews isn't very Jewish

Chicago Jews train to defend synagogues responsibly

CCL Shul Members aims to train Jewish carry license holders to bear arms responsibly, praying they will not be needed.

2/3 of Americans now believe Jews face discrimination in US

Pew survey shows massive increase in number of Americans who believe Jews face discrimination in the US.

‘Heil Hitler’ written on Jewish family’s Vegas home

Jewish woman says she was already planning on immigrating to Israel when the anti-Semitic attack happened.

Poll: Public believes Israeli government disparaging US Jews

Poll on Israel-Diaspora relations finds almost half of the public believes Netanyahu not doing enough to strengthen ties with US Jews.

Trump: I have a personal connection to Judaism

President Trump touts his accomplishments, highlights his 'Jewish connection' in pre-holiday conference call with American Jewish leaders.

Study: Large numbers of Jews at each end of religious spectrum

Nearly half of US Jews don’t identify with organized religion, study finds.

Interview: American Jewry's challenges

Most US Jews believe in G-d, but don’t think G-d judges them

Poll finds most US Jews believe in 'some higher power' rather than the Biblical G-d.

Labor party leader attacks PM Netanyahu while visiting US

Labor leader Avi Gabbay says US Jews contribute to Israel's security, slams PM Netanyahu for 'abandoning' relationship with them.

'Hotovely is brave, she attacked no one and hurt no one'

Sderot Hesder Yeshiva dean says critics of Deputy FM Hotovely 'only want to censure the government.'

Reform 'are turning a holy place into a political dispute'

Deputy FM Hotovely says US Jews lead ‘comfortable’ lives, don’t serve in the military. PM Netanyahu: Hotovely's opinion isn't Israel's.

Reaction to 'Lenny the hugger': 'Is this guy crazy?'

"Americans for a Safe Israel" says Jew who hugged terrorist's daughter has been brainwashed - like many US Jews.

US Jewish Security Arm Urges Groups to Report Threats

After terror attacks in Paris left 17 dead, the Secure Community Network calls on US Jewish organizations to report threats and attacks.

'Knockout Game' Hits Boro Park

Samuel Pearl, Borough Park resident, is punched to the ground while returning home from work; youths left him there like it was routine.

The Pew Poll and The Elephant in the Room

Study Finds US Jewish Community Larger than Previously Thought

Study claims US Jewish population stands at 6.8 million, far higher than previous estimates; definition of "Jewish identity" contentious.

Stop the Commodification of Israel and the Jews

US Jewish Zionists Speak Out Against Destruction of Givat Aryeh

Change in US Jewish Zionist groups’ policy? NY demo against gov’t destruction in Itamar.

Who is Levi Aron, Accused Killer of Leiby Kletzky?

He seemed like an ordinary guy, though strange. But a child is dead in a grisly murder with Levi Aron's name on top billing.

Jewish Lobby? US Jews Help Save Pro-Hamas Flotilla

A large group of US Jews joining the pro-Hamas flotilla throws cold water on the allegation of a unified pro-Israel “Jewish lobby” in America.

Jewish Support for Obama Down, But Still High

The latest Gallup poll shows a drop in general and Jewish support for Obama. Muslims still give highest ratings.

Abbas: American Jews on My Side Now

Abbas tells Fatah that he convinced US Jews to support the PA in a June meeting.

Israelis: U.S. Jews Should Fight Obama on Israel

Almost two thirds of Israeli Jews believe their brothers in America should attack President Obama's Israel policy.

Jewish Donors Outraged by 'Sociopath' Obama, Says Columnist

Democratic congressmen booed off the dais at traditionally liberal Reform synagogues throughout the US, according to columnist David Goldman

Poll: Obama has Lost Almost Half of his US Jewish Support

Only 42% of American Jews would re-elect Obama, while 46% would consider voting for someone else.