Elections
Why did Lapid launch 'doom campaign' before election was even called? - analysis
With his recent statements, opposition leader Yair Lapid is telling voters: you have a wide selection in the “change camp”, choose the party you know will not join a government with Netanyahu.
Israeli ex-PM Naftali Bennett indicates he will not form gov't with Netanyahu after elections
Bennett’s poll surge could be pushing him toward Likud, Yesh Atid MK warns
Lapid warns opposition could lose to Netanyahu without unity, says Yesh Atid is ‘key’ to victory
Mamdani must be a mayor who protects New York's Jews, unites minorities in city - editorial
For Mamdani personally, embracing Jewish safety should be politically astute. Can Mamdani acknowledge a Jewish state? If not, we’re afraid he might be an antisemite.
Jacob Frey, Jewish mayor of Minneapolis, defeats challenger who drew Mamdani comparisons
Jacob Frey defeats Democratic Socialist opponent Omar Fateh in Minneapolis mayoral race, signaling hope for Jewish voters concerned about anti-Israel rhetoric in the Democratic Party.
ADL launches 'Mamdani Monitor' to track policies that may affect Jewish New Yorkers
The 'Mamdani Monitor' initiative was announced following the election of Zohran Mamdani as NYC mayor, focusing on policies that may affect Jewish New Yorkers.
Mamdani's election calls for political campaigns to rethink their strategies - analysis
While his political opponents were insulting him, Mamdani showed that a good election campaign must inspire voters.
Jewish NYC vote breakdown: 63% for Cuomo, 33% for Mamdani in mayoral race
Mamdani became the first Muslim to be elected as New York CIty's mayor. Still, he did so by capitalizing on support from voters with no religious affiliation.
NYC Jews cautious, others jubilant, following Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win
Major Jewish organizations issued a joint statement calling on the mayor-elect to govern with respect for the city's diverse views.
Mamdani: 'We will build a city hall that does not waver in fight against scourge of antisemitism'
"My friends, we have toppled a political dynasty," Mamdani stated in his remarks, referring to his defeat of former governor Andrew Cuomo.
Mamdani winning in NY means antisemitism can win elections, would impact Jews globally - editorial
Whichever candidate prevails, the implications will be felt far beyond New York. If Mamdani's on top, that would be a bad day for Jews worldwide. If not, we must reflect on why he almost did.
In NJ governor’s race, Mikie Sherrill fends off GOP candidate whose aide spurned ‘money from Jews’
Mikie Sherrill won New Jersey's governor race, defeating Jack Ciattarelli, whose campaign faced backlash over antisemitic comments despite support from Trump and Orthodox leaders.
BBC accused of misleading after whistleblower says broadcaster 'spliced' Trump speech - Telegraph
A BBC Panorama program broadcast before the 2024 election allegedly misled viewers by splicing Trump's speech, making it seem like he incited the Capitol Hill riot.