The jewish vote 2012
How Big Was Obama's Jewish Win?
Once the votes are counted, politicos turn to arguing over just how many Jews voted for the Democrats and why. Not surprisingly, 2012 is no different.
Bad Night for the Jewish Echo Chamber
For the Jewish establishment, Barack Obama’s big win is a rude awakening. Conservatives who regard the president as an existential threat to Israel are scratching their heads.
Obama Channels Bush's Strategy To Win
President Obama’s victory wasn’t revelatory. He simply channeled George W. Bush’s timeworn strategy to win a second term in the White House.
Great Expectations
FORWARD EDITORIAL: Perhaps the great national achievement was not electing the first African-American president. It was doing it again.
Little Hope for Change Seen by Jews
Jews were supposed to vote on Israel and Medicare. They didn’t. Despite palpable disillusionment, they backed President Obama with just a small dip in support from 2008.
Las Vegas Jews Caught in Adelson's Shadow
The long shadow of casino billionaire Sheldon Adelson looms over Las Vegas as the election nears. Despite economic woes, Israel is dominating the debate in Nevada.
Sympathy for the Undecided
It’s open season on that much ridiculed species: the undecided voter. They actually deserve sympathy because the campaign has been so devoid of specifics.
What Readers Think About the Election
The results of the Forward’s polls are in, and the results may not surprise you. Which in itself may be a surprise.
The Forward's Election Poll: Jewish Issues
How much will Jewish issues affect your vote in the 2012 election? Don’t miss the final question in our election poll.
