US Jews
Coverage of US Jews in the Nexus archive.
- Why US politics feels like it’s all about Israel — and what that does and doesn’t mean for Jews
Israel has become a wedge issue for progressive Democrats, creating discomfort for US Jews regardless of their stance on Israel's actions. The focus on Israel in US politics highlights tensions within the Jewish community and progressive political factions.
- Poll reveals sharp differences on Israel between religious, secular US Jews
A poll highlights significant differences between religious and secular US Jews regarding Israel's importance to their identity, with younger Jews less likely to view it as central. About 40% of religiously unaffiliated Jews believe Israel committed genocide, while most US Jews identify as Democrats.
- Poll: Third of US Jews say Israel committed genocide in Gaza, as broader support dives
A poll reveals that a third of US Jews believe Israel committed genocide in Gaza, with broader support for Israel declining. Only 20% of respondents hold a positive view of Israel's prime minister, and 58% of Democrats think the US is overly supportive of Israel.
- US Jews mark a year since Colorado firebombing, but most Americans never heard of it
US Jews are commemorating the one-year anniversary of a Colorado firebombing attack. A Blue Square poll reveals most Americans are unfamiliar with deadly attacks on Jews, reflecting broader ignorance about the Holocaust and Israel.