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Canadian progressive party picks Jewish anti-Zionist politician as its leader

Avi Lewis was elected to lead the New Democrats on Sunday, saying he hopes to rebuild a party that suffered its worst losses in history during the 2025 federal election.

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Director Avi Lewis and journalist Naomi Klein attend the "This Changes Everything" photo call during the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival, Sept. 13, 2015.
US President Donald Trump gestures as he steps from Air Force One upon his arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida, US, March 20, 2026

Trump claims 'Iran is dead,' calls Democratic Party 'America's worst enemy'

"Now with the death of Iran, the greatest enemy America has is the radical left, highly incompetent, Democrat Party," Trump published in a Truth Social post.

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US SEN. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) speaks to reporters during a vote in the US Capitol on March 02, 2026 in Washington, DC.

US Democrats concerned Trump could deploy ground forces to Iran, note risks of Russian support

"We know that Russia is already helping with intel, providing that to Iran, and that there's an axis with Russia and China, Iran and North Korea," Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen said.

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt walks outside of the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 21, 2025

Trump's media machine-gun: How Karoline Leavitt is rewriting the White House rules

The new front line of American politics is young, female, and digital-first - and it is led by the youngest press secretary in the history of the White House.

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Longtime Democratic supporter shifts to GOP over Israel: 'I feel betrayed'

Kaufman criticized figures within the Democratic Party who have been critical of Israel.

OCTOBER 8, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A 'Vote Here' sign is seen at a precinct the day before Michigan Democrats and Republicans choose their nominees to contest November's congressional elections, which will determine which party controls US House of Representatives for next two years, in Birmingham, Michigan, US August 1, 2022.

'Starkest contrast between candidates': Jewish groups, politicians react to presidential debate

The US presidential debate sparked mixed reactions among Jewish political groups, with Kamala Harris receiving both praise and criticism.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
A screen shows the presidential debate between Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris outside the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, U.S., September 10, 2024.

Why do US Jews vote Democrat? Here are six theories - opinion

It stands to reason, however, that Jews will give undue weight to considerations related to Israel.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024ByUZI REBHUN
THEN-US PRESIDENT Barack Obama and his vice president Joe Biden celebrate reelection in November 2012. Over the past 100 years, except in 1980, a solid majority of US Jews have voted for the Democratic presidential candidate, says the writer.

On the DNC sidelines, a Jew and a Palestinian from Chicago are leading a daily run for a ceasefire

Two marathoners lead daily runs at the DNC, uniting for peace and a Gaza ceasefire.

AUGUST 21, 2024ByRON KAMPEAS/JTA
Anan Abu-Taleb. left, and Richard Goldwasser before they start their morning run alongside Lake Michigan, Chicago, Aug. 21, 2024.

Influencers battle journalists for space and access at Democratic convention

The DNC credentialed more than 200 "content creators" for this week's four-day celebration of Harris at the United Center arena, home to Chicago's basketball and hockey teams.

AUGUST 21, 2024ByREUTERS
Democratic presidential candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris attends Day one of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, US, August 19, 2024.

Gaza protests surround DNC convention as Biden doubles down on Kamala Harris support

While Democrats gathered at United Center, hundreds of protesters assembled at a nearby park to pressure the party to drop military support for Israel's Gaza offensive.

AUGUST 19, 2024ByREUTERS
A woman shouts slogans, as people take part in the rally "March on the DNC" on the first day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., August 19, 2024.

Why US foreign policy should focus on national interests, not just Israel - opinion

Amid demands for pro-Israel rhetoric, learn why US foreign policy should prioritize national interests and strategic goals over partisan pressures.

AUGUST 19, 2024BySHERWIN POMERANTZ
MATT BROOKS, CEO of the Republican Jewish Coalition, holds a kippah in support of former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as he speaks at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, last month.

Reevaluating civic engagement: The IAC’s stand at the DNC amid rising antisemitism - opinion

Facing a surge in antisemitism, the IAC is amplifying its efforts at the DNC to ensure Jewish voices are heard and protected.

AUGUST 19, 2024ByAYA SHECHTER
THE UNITED CENTER in Chicago is adorned for the Democratic National Convention, which begins today. Civic engagement can alter the antisemitic landscape in the US, the writer insists.

Will Harris be Obama or Truman? - opinion

Between the legacies of Harry Truman and Barack Obama, the Democratic candidate has yet to make the right choice  

AUGUST 16, 2024ByAMOTZ ASA-EL
DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris attends a campaign event in Las Vegas, on August 10.

Democrats in Senate plan to boycott Benjamin Netanyahu’s Congress speech

A few Democratic senators plan to boycott Netanyahu's Congress address, criticizing his policies and actions.

JULY 23, 2024ByTOVAH LAZAROFF
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) speaks during a press conference addressing a new policy that demands recipients of foreign military aid to follow international humanitarian law at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., February 9, 2024.