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Bruce Ticker argues that both Trump and Harris present risks for Israel in the upcoming election, questioning their reliability and impact on Israel's security and political landscape.

“What we do believe is that they heard us,” Gaza protest organizer Hatem Abudayyeh tells a New York Times reporter. Sure, “they” – Democratic leaders – “heard” self-appointed activists for the Palestinians during the four-day Democratic National Convention. They heard Abudayyeh’s peers urge that a pro-Arab speaker address the convention, …

Jewish voters could be shifting right due to perceived antisemitism in the Democratic Party, potentially affecting the upcoming election. Harris’ candidacy aims to retain Jewish support.

American voters ousted Squad members Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush due to Israel criticism, impacting their influence within the Democratic Party.

The author critiques problematic methods used in combating antisemitism, highlighting the excessive $14.5 million spent by AIPAC to unseat Jamaal Bowman, an unnecessary, divisive approach.

Thirty anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University had trespassing charges dismissed due to lack of criminal history, complicating future prosecutorial efforts and sparking political controversy.

An Israeli raid in Gaza rescued four hostages, causing Palestinian casualties. Some criticize Israel’s actions, while others justify it as necessary for protecting its citizens.

The New York parade celebrating Israel saw a strong police presence deterring pro-Palestinian protesters, highlighting tensions and the different responses to civil disobedience and law enforcement crackdowns.

A Philadelphia teacher replaced Israel with Palestine on a map, sparking outrage and a federal civil rights complaint for alleged antisemitic acts.

President Biden withheld bomb delivery to Israel, influenced by political pressures and potential voter backlash, while facing criticism both domestically and internationally. Critics worry about the impact on U.S.-Israel relations and Democratic policies.

U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized antisemitism but opposed the Antisemitism Awareness Act, suggesting it could unjustly criminalize Christian beliefs.

At age 20, Khymani James made inflammatory claims about Zionists, linking Zionism with white supremacy, and threatened violence against Zionist individuals, including the author. James, facing disciplinary action at Columbia University, potentially confuses his personal confrontations with broader political ideologies. His stance surfaced during contentious campus protests, intersecting with discussions on Israel's policies and Palestinian reactions.

Sahar Tartak, a Jewish Yale student, was attacked by a student with a Palestinian flag at an anti-Israel protest, leading to hospitalization. Protests at various universities persistently disrupt and intimidate, challenging campus policies and escalating tensions, culminating in numerous arrests and administrative actions.

Russian and Chinese U.N. vetoes contrast with Israeli democracy as Nebenzia, backing a temporary Gaza cease-fire, overlooks Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and China's human rights abuses.

Chuck Schumer's speech advocating a two-state solution and early Israeli elections stirred controversy, with critics accusing him of meddling in Israeli politics. His aim: lasting Middle East peace.

They demand a cease-fire in Manhattan, in south Holland, in London. What they do not guarantee is whether Hamas will honor a cease-fire – a cease-fire with no conditions. All this misery started with a cease-fire already in effect between Israel and Hamas, at 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 7. Then …

Last week, Rep. Fitzpatrick's impeachment attempt and new military aid bill highlighted political tension and global security concerns ahead of significant elections.

David McCormick's campaign in Pennsylvania emphasizes support for Israel, potentially swaying Jewish voters, and possibly affecting the outcome of close Senate and Presidential elections.

After a traumatic shooting, Kinnon Abdalhamid advocates for Haverford College's support of a cease-fire in Gaza, despite complexities and opposition.

Israel is losing backing from European and other countries, and also Americans due to its military actions and political climate. Netanyahu's leadership is criticized, and change is urged for peace and international backing.

“Palestinians Must Have Hope for a Brighter Future,” urges a New York Times headline. It tops a Thanksgiving Day opinion piece authored by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont. Hope for what? To kill more Jews? What about hope for the Jewish people?

Paul Kessler, a 69-year-old pro-Israel protestor died after clashing with pro-Arab protestors. Loay Abdelfattah Alnaji, 50, was charged with involuntary manslaughter and battery. The incident's classification as a hate crime remains disputed.

U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib was censured by the House of Representatives for inciting statements against Israel, amid concerns her words may inspire violence towards Jewish and pro-Israel individuals.

The headline that Mike Johnson hoped for on Friday: “Democrats betray Israel.” Instead he got this New York Times headline: “House Passes Bill Tying Israel Aid to Spending Cuts With Nothing for Ukraine.”

We cannot be blamed for suspecting that 40-year-old Samantha Woll was stabbed to death at her Detroit home because of the crisis in Israel. Her murder occurred two weeks after Hamas butchered 1400 Jews in southern Israel, followed by Israel’s merciless bombing of Gaza.