Redistricting
In Redistricting Battle, It’s Soros Vs. Missouri’s Jewish Governor
A $300,000 contribution from the Open Society Policy Center, George Soros’s lobbying operation, is fueling a local initiative in Missouri aimed at limiting political lobbying and changing the state’s redistricting process.
31 Jews in Congress
The Forward is making its final election projections. We predict at least 31 Jews will serve in Congress and Brad Sherman will beat Howard Berman in their hotly contested race.
Brad Sherman Sorry for Grabbing Berman
Rep. Brad Sherman is expressing regret over a much-discussed incident in which he grabbed his opponent Rep. Howard Berman during a heated moment in a debate.
When Balding Jews Attack
Los Angeles Congressman Brad Sherman nearly took a swing at his rival, Rep. Howard Berman, as the two Jewish Democrats fight for their political lives. Watch the startling video.
Howard Berman Wins Pro-Israel Donors
Howard Berman is beating fellow Democrat Brad Sherman in the race for pro-Israel donors. The dogfight is a deciding factor in the Los Angeles primary battle.
Congressman Cut Off From Own Synagogue
Democrat Steve Cohen, the first Jewish congressman from Tennessee, has lost his own synagogue from his district after the borders were redrawn.
Redistricting Ax Could Fall on Ackerman
Powerful Rep. Gary Ackerman could be in trouble in New York’s once-a-decade redistricting drama. If his seat is eliminated, he might have to run against Republican Bob Turner.
Rothman To Challenge Fellow Democrat
Rep. Steve Rothman (D-N.J.) has announced he will run against fellow Democrat Bill Pascrell in a newly redrawn New Jersey congressional district instead of challenging a Republican for a more GOP-friendly seat.
Orthodox Push for Own Districts
Orthodox Jews want a state Senate district of their own in Brooklyn. It could benefit Republicans seeking to break the Democratic connection with Jewish voters.
Berman Beats Sherman in Endorsement Race
Rep. Howard Berman has lined up support from Democratic colleagues in the increasingly heated Los Angeles race against fellow Jewish Rep. Brad Sherman.