DNC

The Democrats need a nominee with a backbone on Israel issues - editorial

The Democratic Party faces a decision point. It can choose to separate itself from activists and elected voices who demand maximalist rhetoric on Israel, or it can keep trying to appease them.

|ByJPOST EDITORIAL
The logo for the Democratic National Convention is displayed on the scoreboard at the United Center during a media walkthrough in Chicago, Jan. 18, 2024.
Allison Minnerly, a new Gen Z DNC member from Florida, speaks about a resolution she proposed seeking to block arms sales to Israel and recognize a Palestinian state.

DNC blocks resolution calling for recognition of Palestinian statehood, halting Israel arms sales

A Democratic National Committee panel blocked a resolution calling for the suspension of military aid to Israel, reflecting growing divisions within the party.

|ByGRACE GILSON/JTA
Chicago police at March on DNC, Chicago, Illinois, US, August 19, 2024.

The 2024 DNC: A clear stand against extremism and support for Israel - opinion

The Democratic National Convention last month was more than a showcase of party values; it was a reaffirmation of the Democratic Party’s steadfast support for Israel amid rising extremism.

|ByMIMI ROCAH
The writer speaks during a committee discussion in the Knesset about the demand for equality in Israeli politics.

Women’s voices will be catalysts for change - opinion

As the DNC in Chicago highlighted the powerful voices of Kamala Harris, Oprah Winfrey, and more, the contrast in Israel’s political landscape revealed a critical gender imbalance.

|ByYAEL YECHIELI

The hostages and Israel need Americans to fight by our side - opinion

At the DNC, a plea from Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin for their son Hersh showed the enduring American support for Israel, transcending political divides. The call to ‘Bring them home’ resonates.

AUGUST 28, 2024ByGIL TROY
JON POLIN, father of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, comforts his wife Rachel, as they speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, last week. The challenge remains mobilizing Americans to do something about releasing the hostages, says the writer.

From Skokie to Chicago: Confronting enduring antisemitism - opinion

From Skokie to Chicago, the fight against Jew-hatred persists as the Jewish community faces new challenges.

AUGUST 27, 2024ByMICAH HALPERN
A PROTEST in support of Palestinians in Gaza takes place on the sidelines of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, last week. ‘I was shocked to discover that lovers of Israel were denied permission to rally and to march during the DNC,’ says the writer.

Biden’s DNC speech: A strategic echo of Reagan's 1988 PLO move? - opinion

President Biden’s DNC remarks, reminiscent of Reagan’s 1988 PLO strategy, may signal a shift to ease pressure on Kamala Harris.

AUGUST 26, 2024ByERIC S. SHERBY
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden addresses the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, last Monday.

Kamala Harris, don't draw moral equivalency between the Israeli, Palestinian narratives - editorial

While it remains to be seen if Harris follows or strays from Biden’s approach, we urge her not to draw a moral equivalency between the Israeli and Palestinian narratives.

AUGUST 25, 2024ByJPOST EDITORIAL
Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris reacts on Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., August 22, 2024.

Will the pro-Palestine protests at the Democratic National Convention make a difference?

Violent clashes between demonstrators and Chicago police ended with dozens of arrests; by the end of the week, the Chicago Police Department reported 74 arrests overall.

AUGUST 24, 2024ByJULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
IfNotNow Chicago showed off a banner stained in red paint at the March on the DNC to demonstrate the blood of lives lost in Gaza, August 24, 2024.

Voices from the Arab press: One issue won’t be discussed at DNC

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

AUGUST 24, 2024ByTHE MEDIA LINE
ANOTHER DNC, another time, another cause: Escorting a protester to a squad car surrounded by dozens of anti-Vietnam War demonstrators, outside the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Democratic Party tiptoes nimbly around Israel at DNC

The Democratic Party carefully navigated itself, avoiding major Israel-related controversies while sidestepping direct mentions of Israel in key speeches.

AUGUST 23, 2024ByHERB KEINON
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden, speaking to the Democratic National Convention on Monday, noticeably left the word “Israel” out of his speech, as if doing so would alienate part of the base the party is counting on in November to beat Trump.

Grapevine, August 23, 2024: Mixed emotions

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

AUGUST 23, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
US President Joe Biden and Democratic presidential candidate and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris reacts onstage at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, US, August 19, 2024.

Editor's Notes: A surprising display of support for Israel at DNC - comment

This week’s DNC proved that the Democratic Party still has deep roots in Zionism and support for the Jewish people. Let’s hope this sentiment continues. 

AUGUST 23, 2024ByZVIKA KLEIN
‘THE ROOM was silent. It was like you could hear a needle drop as they spoke.’ Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin, parents of Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, at the DNC on Wednesday in Chicago.

Hersh Goldberg-Polin's childhood friend is raising awareness to bring him home

Jeremiah Smith talks about discovering his friend was being held by Hamas, and the steps he's taken to raise awareness to bring Hersch home.

AUGUST 23, 2024ByJULIE MANGURTEN WEINBERG
Jeremiah Smith and Ladante Clayborn are on a personal truck driving mission to raise awareness about the hostages.