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Israelis worry about weakening connection with younger Jewish Americans
Only about 4 in 10 religious Jewish adults under 45 say supporting Israel is very important to their identity, the AP-NORC poll found.
- An AP-NORC poll released this week shows younger Jewish Americans feel less connected to Israel, with about 4 in 10 religious adults under 45 viewing support for the nation as central to their Jewish identity.
- Support for Israel has declined significantly since the October 7, 2023, attack, when Hamas-led militants killed 1,200 people and seized 251 hostages in southern Israel, prompting a military campaign in Gaza.
- The survey of 1,022 Jewish adults found only about half of religious respondents consider military operations in Gaza justified, dropping to 2 in 10 among those without religious affiliation.
- To address the weakening connection, Israeli officials and religious organizations are reinforcing exchange programs like Taglit-Birthright Israel, which has provided free 10-day discovery trips to one million Jewish Americans since 2000.
- Disagreement over a ceasefire in the Iran war has eroded faith among Jewish Israelis that President Donald Trump prioritizes Israel's security, with trust falling sharply from 64% in March to 26% in June.
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The Independent (US)Fraying bond between Israel and young American Jews sparks deep concern
Within the Israeli Reform movement, which constitutes a minor segment of Judaism in the country, there is a distinct push to send more young Israelis overseas to work as camp counselors
·London, United Kingdom
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Israelis worry about weakening connection with younger Jewish Americans
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israelis across political and religious lines are worried about the weakening connection with younger Jewish Americans — who, according to a recent AP-NORC poll, tend to consider support for Israel less crucial to their Jewish identity than older adults.
·Winnipeg, Canada
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Leaning Left6Leaning Right0Center7Last UpdatedBias Distribution54% Center
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