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US Elections 2012

News and updates about US Elections 2012

US survey:

Only 50% of US voters believe election process is trustworthy

1/3 of Republicans and 2/3 of Democrats trust the election process | 1/3 of voters say they would not consider 2024 election results to be legitimate if their party’s presidential candidate lost.

Only 50% of US voters believe election process is trustworthy

Meir Sheetrit Officially Contending for Presidential Post

HaTnua candidate vows to focus on domestic issues, e.g. socioeconomic gaps, and urges fellow candidates to do the same.

Meir Sheetrit Officially Contending for Presidential Post

Romney Gives First Post-Election Interview

Romney in first post election interview: "We were on a roller coaster, exciting and thrilling, ups and downs. But the ride ends."

Romney Gives First Post-Election Interview

Emanuel Slams Netanyahu Over 'Support for Romney'

Obama is not willing to accept "Netanyahu's behavior", says ex-White House Chief of Staff. Interference in Israeli elections?

Emanuel Slams Netanyahu Over 'Support for Romney'

Adelson Strikes Back at Olmert’s ‘Conspiracy Theory’

Adelson: Olmert’s charges that Bibi interfered in US elections are baseless. “Netanyahu is a friend, but so are Peres and Dershowitz.”

Adelson Strikes Back at Olmert’s ‘Conspiracy Theory’

Obama Declared Winner in Florida

Obama wins the state of Florida, receiving 50 percent of the vote to Romney's 49.1 percent.

Obama Declared Winner in Florida

Romney's Campaign Hints He Lost Florida

Mitt Romney's senior campaign adviser in Florida hints he lost the state, where a result is still to be declared.

Romney's Campaign Hints He Lost Florida

BBC Correspondent Under Fire for 'Jewish Lobby' Remark

A BBC correspondent came under fire by the Board of Deputies for using the term “Jewish lobby” in discussing the American election.

BBC Correspondent Under Fire for 'Jewish Lobby' Remark

Tea Party Vows to Hijack GOP in Time for Next Election

Conservative leaders lashed out at Romney for failing to secure the presidency and vowed to wage a war to put the Tea Party in charge of GOP

Tea Party Vows to Hijack GOP in Time for Next Election

Obama 'Doesn’t Forget Anything', Says Barak

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says Obama won't forget Netanyahu's support for Romney, but doubts he'll make life difficult for him.

Obama 'Doesn’t Forget Anything', Says Barak

Sheldon Schorer: Obama is a Staunch Supporter of Israel

Sheldon Schorer, counsel to Democrats Abroad in Israel, says Obama supports Israel and will continue to do so in his second term.

Sheldon Schorer: Obama is a Staunch Supporter of Israel

Former Ambassador: Obama Won't Seek Revenge on Netanyahu

Israel’s former Ambassador to Belgium and Switzerland, Yitzchak Meir: The U.S. has interests in Israel.

Former Ambassador: Obama Won't Seek Revenge on Netanyahu

Taliban Weighs in on Obama Victory

The Taliban told re-elected Obama to admit that the US has lost the war in Afghanistan and to pull troops out of the country immediately.

Taliban Weighs in on Obama Victory

RJC Urges Unity in Face of 'Serious Problems'

Republican Jewish Coalition calls on Americans to "come together to craft real solutions to very serious problems our country faces today."

RJC Urges Unity in Face of 'Serious Problems'

Mofaz to Obama: U.S. Should Have Major Role in Negotiations

In a letter to Obama, MK Mofaz expresses thanks for special relationship and looks for support in future affairs

Mofaz to Obama: U.S. Should Have Major Role in Negotiations

Grave Disconnect as Orthodox Leaders Refused to Support Romney

70% of the Jewish population voting for Obama may show a grave disconnect between Israel and the Jewish population abroad.

Grave Disconnect as Orthodox Leaders Refused to Support Romney

Rabbi Boteach Stoical after Trouncing in House Race

Democratic Rep. Pascrell trounced Rabbi Boteach in a New Jersey Housel race, but the loser is stoical: It was the journey that mattered.

Rabbi Boteach Stoical after Trouncing in House Race

Voters Backed Changes in Western Values

Obama was not the only victor Tuesday. Some states backed gay marriage and marijuana, mirroring a change in traditional values.

Voters Backed Changes in Western Values

Video: US Ambassador to Israel: 'Great Day for Democracy'

U.S. Amb. to Israel Dan Shapiro celebrated the election with hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks on the house. “A great day for democracy.”

Video: US Ambassador to Israel: 'Great Day for Democracy'

US-Born MK Candidate: How Can Jews Vote for Obama?

Obama did not even let Pollard go to his father’s funeral, says US-born MK candidate Gimpel.

US-Born MK Candidate: How Can Jews Vote for Obama?

The Morning After

Republicans Will Have To Analyze What Went Wrong And Do Better

Analysis: Like any defeated party the Republicans must decide whether they lost tactically or strategically.

Republicans Will Have To Analyze What Went Wrong And Do Better

Likud Leader: Israel Must not Bend for Obama

Israel will not bend for Obama despite his re-election victory, says Likud MK Danny Danon. National Union: A victory for Israeli left.

Likud Leader: Israel Must not Bend for Obama

Exit Polls: Obama Won 69% of Jewish Vote

Obama won 69 percent of the Jewish vote, compared with 78 percent in 2008, according to exit polls.

Exit Polls: Obama Won 69% of Jewish Vote

'I Pray Obama will Succeed'

Romney Concedes to Obama

Romney concedes to Obama, who is projected to win 303 electoral votes and 51% of the popular vote.

Romney Concedes to Obama

2012 Election Over:

Obama Wins Second White House Term

CNN, NBC declare Obama the winner of the 2012 presidential election.

Obama Wins Second White House Term

Danon: Obama Wasn't Good for Israel

Israel is not interfering with the U.S. election, but it’s important to admit that Obama was not good for Israel, says MK Danny Danon.

Danon: Obama Wasn't Good for Israel

US Voters Wait .. and Wait to Cast Their Ballots

Thanks to Hurricane Sandy, in some states US voters waited for more than an hour before being able to cast their ballots.

US Voters Wait .. and Wait to Cast Their Ballots

Obama Tears Up in Final Re-Election Plea

An emotional President Barack Obama concluded his final campaign in Iowa on Monday, tearing up as he reiterated his re-election plea.

Obama Tears Up in Final Re-Election Plea

One is Right, One is Wrong

Romney and Obama – Both Say They Will Win

Romney says he will win. So does Obama, One will be right and one will be wrong. The US winds up its quadrennial political circus Tuesday.

Romney and Obama – Both Say They Will Win

Impending Nor'easter May Threaten 'Sandy' Recovery

As residents of the East Coast are still trying to recover from Hurricane Sandy, they may have to brace themselves for a brewing nor'easter.

Impending Nor'easter May Threaten 'Sandy' Recovery

Video of First US Election Result: Obama and Romney Tied

A New Hampshire precinct retains its habit of midnight voting, and the results of the 10 ballots reflect the polls – a dead heat.

Video of First US Election Result: Obama and Romney Tied

Obama Maintains Slight Lead in Final Day's Polls

Reuters/Ipsos poll before Election Day shows 48% support for Obama, 46% support for Romney.

Obama Maintains Slight Lead in Final Day's Polls

Adelson: I Didn't Leave the Democratic Party; Party Left Me

"There is now a visceral anti-Israel movement among rank-and-file Democrats," writes Sheldon Adelson in The Wall Street Journal.

Adelson: I Didn't Leave the Democratic Party; Party Left Me

The Hush-Hush Election Issue: Race

No one talks about it, but race is one of the main factors behind anger and tension in the U.S. presidential election campaign.

The Hush-Hush Election Issue: Race

New Jersey's 'Sandy' Victims Can Vote by E-Mail

New Jersey residents who have been displaced by Hurricane Sandy will be allowed to vote by email and fax.

New Jersey's 'Sandy' Victims Can Vote by E-Mail

Barely Half of Arab-Americans Want Obama

Only 52 % of Arab-Americans back Obama, with 16% undecided, says a poll by the Arab-American Institute. Arabs could decide swing states.

Barely Half of Arab-Americans Want Obama

Ayatollahs See Sudan Strike as Israeli Warning

Ayatollahs See Sudan Strike as Israeli Warning

Christie Defends Obama Praise, But Will Vote Romney

NJ Gov. Chris Christie defended his praise for Obama’s handling of Hurricane Sandy, but said he would still vote for Romney.

Christie Defends Obama Praise, But Will Vote Romney

Major US Media Want a Change, Switch Support to Romney

The New York Daily News surprises analysts and endorses Romney, NY Post, Newsday, Florida and Texas newspapers also want a change.

Major US Media Want a Change, Switch Support to Romney

Polls Show Virtual Tie

Nasty Nail-Biting Election Goes Down to the Wire

US polls open in 30 hours. Virtually all polls show a virtual tie but give Obama the nod in the electoral college vote.

Nasty Nail-Biting Election Goes Down to the Wire

U.S. Race 'All Tied Up', Find Various Polls

CNN/ORC International poll finds that 49% support both Obama and Romney. Other polls find that the race is tied as well.

U.S. Race 'All Tied Up', Find Various Polls

Expert: Obama Victory Would Mean Tough Times for Israel

A second term for Obama could be bad news for Israel, according to U.S.-Israel relations expert Prof. Eytan Gilboa.

Expert: Obama Victory Would Mean Tough Times for Israel

Riot Threats if Obama Loses

Early Voting Bomb Scare in Florida; Romney Leads State Poll

A bomb scare delayed early voting in Florida and led to tensions and fears of riots that may highlight the day after Election Day.

Early Voting Bomb Scare in Florida; Romney Leads State Poll

Krauthammer Predicts: Romney Will Win by Narrow Margin

Syndicated columnist Charles Krauthammer said that while he believes the election will be close, Romney will take the presidency.

Krauthammer Predicts: Romney Will Win by Narrow Margin

Sandy Backlash against Obama as 'Refugees’ Await Help

Superstorm Sandy is backlashing Obama after he promised quick aid to victims. Millions without power. Gas still rationed.

Sandy Backlash against Obama as 'Refugees’ Await Help

Video: U.S. Citizens Living in Israel Vote Romney

American voters who reside in Israel explain why they voted for Romney in the U.S. presidential elections.

Video: U.S. Citizens Living in Israel Vote Romney

Obama and Romney Neck and Neck in Key States

Polls released show President Obama and Mitt Romney are neck and neck in four swing states.

Obama and Romney Neck and Neck in Key States

U.S. Presidential Race Remains Effectively Tied

Reuters/Ipsos daily poll gives Obama 47% support and Republican rival Romney 46% of voters’ support.

U.S. Presidential Race Remains Effectively Tied

Fmr. Democrats Abroad Israel Chair: Join Me in Voting for Romney

“Forget that you voted for democrats since you’ve been knee high to a grasshopper. I did too,” says Bryna Franklin, lifelong Democrat.

Fmr. Democrats Abroad Israel Chair: Join Me in Voting for Romney

Democratic Internet Campaign: 'Romney Has Ties to Iran'

Both US presidential candidates were slowed by Hurricane Sandy, but worked the Internet instead. Democrats claimed Romney has ties to Iran.

Democratic Internet Campaign: 'Romney Has Ties to Iran'

Sandy Brings Out Fundamentalists: Blame Gays and Obama

Some fundamentalists blame gays and Obama for Sandy. Psalms has the last word: The L-rd rules…greater than the roar of the ocean.”

Sandy Brings Out Fundamentalists: Blame Gays and Obama

Rivlin: Obama Victory Would Make Things Difficult

Obama victory would mean ‘difficulties’ for Israelis in Judea and Samaria, Knesset Speaker warns.

Rivlin: Obama Victory Would Make Things Difficult

Presidential Politics, Jewish Voters and Self-Deception

Presidential Politics, Jewish Voters and Self-Deception

Romney Worse than Sandy, Says Bill Clinton

The US election campaign is as nasty as the weather. Bill Clinton charges Romney would be worse than Frankenstorm Sandy if he is elected.

Romney Worse than Sandy, Says Bill Clinton

Romney Has Advantage in Ohio

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has a two-point advantage in Ohio, according to a Rasmussen poll.

Romney Has Advantage in Ohio

WESTERN FRONT: The Jewish and Post-Jewish Vote

WESTERN FRONT: The Jewish and Post-Jewish Vote

Bagel Eaters with Jewish Genes?

Bagel Eaters with Jewish Genes?

Boca Raton Jews Cheer for Romney

Which way Florida? Jews in Boca Raton, Florida came out to join Republican Jewish Coalition activists who came down for last week's debate.

Boca Raton Jews Cheer for Romney

Borat As Poll Watcher

Kazakhstan And Belarus Will Help Monitor Fairness Of US Vote

OSCE poll watchers solicited by liberals have aroused much rancor this year because of sensitivity over one-sided voting fraud.

Kazakhstan And Belarus Will Help Monitor Fairness Of US Vote

New York Times Endorses Obama, Des Moines Register Votes Romney

President Obama captured the endorsement of The New York Times, while Iowa's Des Moines Register backed Republican candidate Mitt Romney.

New York Times Endorses Obama, Des Moines Register Votes Romney