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Democracy Tops Concerns for Jewish Voters in Midterms, Poll Finds
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A J Street poll of 800 Jewish voters found democracy was the top concern in the midterms, with 44% citing it. The cost of living was second (34%), followed by antisemitism (21%) and Israel (14%). Most Jewish voters (72%) supported Democratic candidates, though Orthodox voters leaned Republican. The poll also indicated significant support for a two-state solution and varying views on military aid to Israel.
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- Democracy was the top concern for 44% of Jewish voters in the midterms, according to a J Street poll.
- The cost of living ranked second (34%), antisemitism third (21%), and Israel fifth (14%) as voter concerns.
- 72% of Jewish voters polled supported Democratic congressional candidates, consistent with past elections.
- Approximately 60% of respondents viewed Israel's war in Gaza as genocide, rising to 60% for those under 35.
- 65% of Jewish voters polled expressed support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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