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US Jews Prioritize Unity Over Security in Israeli Elections, Poll Finds
A survey by the Jewish People Policy Institute found that 78% of American Jews consider Israeli elections important, but prioritize national unity (36%) over security (23%). Israelis, however, rank security as their top concern (34%). Most American Jews (57%) prefer the opposition to win in Israel.
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- 01US Jews prioritize Israeli national unity (36%) over security (23%) in Israeli elections, a poll found.
- 02Israelis, conversely, rank security (34%) as the most critical issue in the upcoming elections.
- 03A majority of American Jews (57%) favor the current opposition winning the Israeli elections.
- 04Nearly a quarter of liberal American Jews question Israel's vital role in the Jewish future.
- 0588% of American Jews still believe Israel is essential for the long-term future of the Jewish people.
The poll also indicated that 88% of American Jews believe Israel is vital for the Jewish future, though this view is slightly less prevalent among self-identified liberals.
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