BULLDOG
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I doubt that is the reason, but only about 20% of American Jews support him. I suspect the location of our embassy isn't the only thing they consider.
The historic connection between American Jews and the Democrats is complex and, at times, confusing.
That relationship, like all relationships, is changing with the times.
True. Trump's recent actions and statements aren't doing much to win them over. Obviously they are smart enough to recognize the difference between his pandering, and his other actions.
Let's put this on the table. I've never met a Jew in my life who wasn't definitely in favor of Israel's right to exist. I'm sure they exist. But, I've never met one. Where American Jews and even Israeli Jews differ wildly is on how Israel conducts its affairs domestically and internationally.
If it were antisemitic to question the politics of the Israeli government, then every single Jew on Earth, including those in Israel, would be an anti-Semite.
Arguing politics is by far the most popular pastime in Israel and probably close in other places.
The range of political divide in Israel makes the gap between Republicans and Democrats in America look like a crack in the sidewalk.
As for 'pandering' to American Jews. Both sides of the aisle are equally guilty of doing that. It's become a part of American politics for decades.
President Trump has shown unwavering support for the Jewish State. I commend him for that and I believe he's sincere in his support. However, at the end of the day, Israel isn't dependent on American Support for survival. Israel was under US arms embargo for nearly 20-years since it's founding and it still managed to fend off three major invasion attempts by Arab countries.
All interesting, but bottom line is American Jews, as a group, don't support Trump. I'm sure they are grateful for US support, but that doesn't override their dislike of his childish actions, and certainly doesn't justify his hateful rhetoric. Jews know that if he oppresses others, they could be next.
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.
Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out— because I was not a trade unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.
Hahaha...”hateful rhetoric”.....ALL good, REAL Americans HATE wetbacks. He only “oppresses” dirty wetbacks...as he should. Jews know they have nothing to worry about.
Thank you. Please post often. It's good to see exactly what you represent.