Republicans in Israel Launch Campaign to Mobilize US Voters
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
The Republican Party in Israel has launched a major campaign to mobilize over 500,000 eligible American voters living in the country for the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. The party believes votes from Israelis could be decisive in close races for control of the House of Representatives. The campaign includes extensive advertising, voter support, and a special ballot delivery service. Officials stress the critical importance of these votes for the U.S. political landscape.
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- The Republican Party in Israel is campaigning to mobilize over 500,000 eligible American voters in the country for U.S. midterm elections.
- The party aims to maintain or increase the Republican majority in the House of Representatives.
- The campaign includes advertising, voter support centers, and a free ballot delivery service.
- Republicans believe votes from Israelis could be decisive in several closely contested races.
- Key races mentioned include New York Governor, Florida Senate, and New York's 17th Congressional District.
- Party officials emphasize the significant impact Israeli-based American votes can have on election outcomes.
The Republican Party in Israel has initiated a large-scale campaign targeting over 500,000 American citizens residing in Israel who are eligible to vote in the upcoming US midterm elections. The party aims to maintain and potentially expand its majority in the House of Representatives.
The campaign includes extensive advertising across television and social media, as well as volunteer outreach throughout Israel. The party has established WhatsApp and email support centers and is coordinating with the U.S. Embassy to provide information on the voting process. Additionally, they are offering a free ballot delivery service, which involves flying a representative to the U.S. to personally deliver the envelopes.
The Republican headquarters is focusing its efforts on states where races are extremely close, believing that votes from Israelis could significantly impact the outcomes. Notable races highlighted include the New York gubernatorial contest between Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman, the Florida Senate race between Ashley Moody and Angie Nixon, and the battle for New York's 17th Congressional District, featuring Republican Congressman Mike Lawler.
"Our votes here in Israel can have a decisive impact on who controls Congress," stated Mark Zell, Chairman of the Republican Party in Israel and Vice President of the global party. "With just over two weeks left, some of these races could be decided by a few hundred votes. Every American citizen living here needs to know their vote matters."
Ariel Sander, the campaign manager in Israel, urged voters to participate, emphasizing the critical nature of these elections for the United States. He drew a parallel to Israeli elections and stressed the importance of voting to influence the outcome.
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