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2026 Elections: Jewish Voter Shift Amid Rising Antisemitism

1/1/2026

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Story summary

The 2026 election landscape is shifting for Jewish voters in the United States due to rising antisemitism and divisions over Israel within both parties.
Key races, including New York's mayoral election featuring Zohran Mamdani, a pro-Palestinian candidate, signal a potential realignment.
Cameron Kasky, a Democratic primary candidate, advocates for pro-Palestinian policies.
On the Republican side, some candidates adopt anti-Israel rhetoric, affecting Jewish cohesion and the political landscape.

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Story summary

The 2026 election landscape is shifting for Jewish voters in the United States due to rising antisemitism and divisions over Israel within both parties.
Key races, including New York's mayoral election featuring Zohran Mamdani, a pro-Palestinian candidate, signal a potential realignment.
Cameron Kasky, a Democratic primary candidate, advocates for pro-Palestinian policies.
On the Republican side, some candidates adopt anti-Israel rhetoric, affecting Jewish cohesion and the political landscape.