J Street’s shift from left‑wing to centrist amid changing US Jewish political landscape
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 13:07 UTC
- Sources: Times of Israel
An analysis examines how the pro‑Israel lobbying group J Street, once seen as left‑wing within the American Jewish community, has moved toward the political centre as Democratic support for Israel wanes. While the organization’s core positions remain unchanged, its role in countering anti‑Zionist sentiment has become more mainstream, creating new dynamics for Israel‑US relations.