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AP-NORC Poll Finds Most Jewish Adults Feel Unrepresented by U.S. Parties
The AP-NORC survey of 1,022 Jewish adults found 63% see prejudice as a very serious problem and few trust either party to support them.
A new AP-NORC poll finds most Jewish adults feel unrepresented by U.S. political leaders at a troubling moment for the community. The survey of 1,022 Jewish adults reveals widespread dissatisfaction with how both major parties address their concerns.
Most Jewish adults, 77%, report increased prejudice against them compared with three years ago, before the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023. This antisemitism surge follows intensifying criticism of Israel within the Democratic Party.
Only 15% of Jewish adults say the Democratic Party supports them extremely or very well, while 29% view President Donald Trump favorably. Few believe either party serves their interests effectively.
Yahm Levin, a diehard Democrat from Los Angeles, feels "politically homeless" amid rising criticism of Israel within the Democratic Party. Her struggle reflects broader alienation among voters unable to reconcile their political identity with current climate.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani proves more popular among Jewish adults than Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or Trump, revealing complex views on Israel. About 41% of Jewish adults say the U.S. is "too supportive" of the Israelis.