Jewish Democratic Support Dips Slightly in Midterms, Poll Finds
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
A new poll reveals a slight decline in Jewish support for Democrats in the midterm elections, with 69% of Jewish voters backing the party, a six-point drop from 2024. The survey also found significant concern among both Jewish Democrats and Republicans about their parties' acceptance of antisemitism. Issues like supporting Israel and fighting antisemitism were key concerns for voters across the political spectrum. The poll was conducted by The Mellman Group for the Jewish Electorate Institute.
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- 69% of Jewish voters supported Democrats in midterms, a six-point drop from 2024.
- 36% of Jewish Democrats and 25% of Jewish Republicans worry about antisemitism in their parties.
- Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed has a 44% favorability rating among all Jewish voters.
- 41% of Jewish voters view pro-Israel lobby AIPAC favorably.
- Fighting antisemitism was a top concern for 27% of Jewish Democrats and Jewish Republicans.
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