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Joe Biden's rise and fall: Political and personal tragedy with cancer diagnosis – opinion

MIDDLE ISRAEL: US President Joe Biden's formal departure from politics marks the end of a bygone era in US politics.

 FORMER US president Joe Biden and former first lady Jill Biden pose for a selfie photo, in a handout picture released on Monday.
Democratic senators Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island cheer as then-US president Joe Biden delivers his State of the Union address last year. The Democratic Party must reject the extremist factions that have hijacked its platform, the writer maintains.

Failure to adjust will shatter the Democrats credibility for years to come - opinion

Al "BJ" Williams (left), candidate for Michigan Democratic Party chair, films an endorsement video with Michael Schwartz, whom his campaign identifies as an "attorney," to refute charges that he is antisemitic, Feb. 15, 2025.

'This is not the Jewish party': State Democratic chair candidate's comments draw condemnation

 Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks, conceding 2024 U.S. presidential election to President-elect Donald Trump, at Howard University in Washington, U.S., November 6, 2024.

Kamala Harris delivers concession speech after Trump win


Longtime Democratic supporter shifts to GOP over Israel: 'I feel betrayed'

Kaufman criticized figures within the Democratic Party who have been critical of Israel.

 A 'Vote Here' sign is seen at a precinct the day before Michigan Democrats and Republicans choose their nominees to contest November's congressional elections, which will determine which party controls US House of Representatives for next two years, in Birmingham, Michigan, US August 1, 2022.

'Starkest contrast between candidates': Jewish groups, politicians react to presidential debate

The US presidential debate sparked mixed reactions among Jewish political groups, with Kamala Harris receiving both praise and criticism.

 A screen shows the presidential debate between Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris outside the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, U.S., September 10, 2024.

Why do US Jews vote Democrat? Here are six theories - opinion

It stands to reason, however, that Jews will give undue weight to considerations related to Israel.

 THEN-US PRESIDENT Barack Obama and his vice president Joe Biden celebrate reelection in November 2012. Over the past 100 years, except in 1980, a solid majority of US Jews have voted for the Democratic presidential candidate, says the writer.

On the DNC sidelines, a Jew and a Palestinian from Chicago are leading a daily run for a ceasefire

Two marathoners lead daily runs at the DNC, uniting for peace and a Gaza ceasefire.

 Anan Abu-Taleb. left, and Richard Goldwasser before they start their morning run alongside Lake Michigan, Chicago, Aug. 21, 2024.

Influencers battle journalists for space and access at Democratic convention

The DNC credentialed more than 200 "content creators" for this week's four-day celebration of Harris at the United Center arena, home to Chicago's basketball and hockey teams.

 Democratic presidential candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris attends Day one of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, US, August 19, 2024.

Gaza protests surround DNC convention as Biden doubles down on Kamala Harris support

While Democrats gathered at United Center, hundreds of protesters assembled at a nearby park to pressure the party to drop military support for Israel's Gaza offensive.

A woman shouts slogans, as people take part in the rally "March on the DNC" on the first day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., August 19, 2024.

Why US foreign policy should focus on national interests, not just Israel - opinion

Amid demands for pro-Israel rhetoric, learn why US foreign policy should prioritize national interests and strategic goals over partisan pressures.

 MATT BROOKS, CEO of the Republican Jewish Coalition, holds a kippah in support of former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as he speaks at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, last month.

Reevaluating civic engagement: The IAC’s stand at the DNC amid rising antisemitism - opinion

Facing a surge in antisemitism, the IAC is amplifying its efforts at the DNC to ensure Jewish voices are heard and protected.

 THE UNITED CENTER in Chicago is adorned for the Democratic National Convention, which begins today. Civic engagement can alter the antisemitic landscape in the US, the writer insists.

Will Harris be Obama or Truman? - opinion

Between the legacies of Harry Truman and Barack Obama, the Democratic candidate has yet to make the right choice  

 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL candidate and US Vice President Kamala Harris attends a campaign event in Las Vegas, on August 10.

Democrats in Senate plan to boycott Benjamin Netanyahu’s Congress speech

A few Democratic senators plan to boycott Netanyahu's Congress address, criticizing his policies and actions.

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) speaks during a press conference addressing a new policy that demands recipients of foreign military aid to follow international humanitarian law at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., February 9, 2024.

Majority of Americans lack trust in Netanyahu's ability to lead on world affairs - poll

Among the respondents, 25% expressed no confidence in Netanyahu, marking an 11-percentage point increase since 2023.

US President Joe Biden, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the war