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Jews Divided - Ep. 946 - July 17, 2026
Why are American Jews divided over Israel, and what does that division reveal about the role of faith, politics, and national identity?
In Episode 946 of The Smith and Rowland Show, Jeff Rowland and Alan Smith discuss an article examining why some American Jews support politicians and policies that criticize Israel, oppose Zionism, or call for reduced US support. They consider the differences between religious, secular, cultural, and politically affiliated Jewish identities, along with the contrast between American Jews and Israeli Jews.
The conversation also addresses the distinction between…
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