Poll Shows Declining Jewish Support for Harris

A recent Manhattan Institute poll indicates that Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to receive the lowest support from Jewish voters of any Democratic candidate since the Reagan era, with only 67% backing her compared to 68% for Biden in 2020 and 80% for Clinton in 1992. This decline is attributed to growing concerns among Jewish voters about rising antisemitism within the Democratic Party and a perceived lack of support for Israel. Many Jewish voters express discomfort with extreme criticisms of Israel, and while they still lean Democratic on issues like abortion, their alignment is weakening. Rona Kaufman, a Jewish voter, notes that shifts are evident in her community, with some family members considering voting for Trump. The situation is particularly critical in swing states like Pennsylvania, where Jewish votes could significantly influence the election outcome. As Harris attempts to balance support for Israel with broader Democratic sentiments regarding the Gaza conflict, her campaign faces substantial challenges.