Mayoral candidates jockey for a divided Jewish vote

[RandySF]

In a different era in New York, mayoral candidates focused on what was known as “The Three I’s“: Italy, Ireland and Israel.

Fast forward to 2025, where in this year’s primary, the candidates all seem to be dealing with just one big “I”: Israel.

Middle East politics have come to the forefront on the campaign trail, following the Oct. 7 attacks, the war in Gaza and a rise in antisemitism.

Home to the largest group of Jews outside the state of Israel, New York’s over 1 million Jewish New Yorkers will play a role in determining the winner.



https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/news/2025/06/12/mayoral-candidates-jockey-for-a-divided-jewish-vote