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Why Jews are excited — and nervous — about having so many Jews in the Democratic ticket mix

Despite acceptance by the political mainstream, some Jews remain on high alert.

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor, could be Kamala Harris’ VP pick

The day school graduate might become the second Jew ever nominated for vice president by a major party.

Kamala Harris’ backers say she understands Jews and Israel. Her critics fear her stance on Gaza.

Progressives in the Democratic Party say they hope Harris’ elevation means a leftward shift on Israel policy. Those who know Harris say her support for Israel is longstanding.

An illustration of five prospective running mates circling VP Kamala Harris

What Jews should know about the Kamala Harris veepstakes

Biden’s exit positions Doug Emhoff to become the first Jewish White House spouse

Joe Biden ends campaign, endorses Kamala Harris, as talks to end Israel-Hamas war enter critical phase

What to expect when Benjamin Netanyahu comes to Washington

Donald Trump accepts party nomination after a week in which Israel was extolled and isolationists were given center stage

Parents of Israeli-American hostage Omer Neutra lead Republican convention in ‘Bring Them Home’ chant

Republicans cheer Shabbos Kestenbaum, Harvard grad who is suing school over post-Oct. 7 antisemitism

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