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Study: Israeli Jews turn to tradition, shift right politically amid war

New data shows growing religious observance and increased belief in God, with a sharp rightward political shift, particularly among Jewish youth in Israel.
Study: Israeli Jews turn to tradition, shift right politically amid war
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JPPI Israeli Society Index

Support for increasing sanctions against those who avoid military service

Other findings show Israelis oppose the planned state ceremony to commemorate October 7, amidst a further decline in the assessment of the state's security and economic strength.
JPPI Israeli Society Index
Geopolitics

Plurality of Israeli Jews Oppose “Philadelphi Corridor” Withdrawal for Hostage Deal

Forty-nine percent of Jewish Israelis agree with the statement “Israel must not relinquish control of the Philadelphi Corridor even at the expense of a hostage deal.” Forty-three percent support the statement “Israel should give up control of the Philadelphi Corridor to enable a hostage deal.”
Geopolitics
JPPI Israeli Society Index

Israeli Society Index, August 2024: Attitudes of secular Israeli Jews toward Judaism

JPPI Report Reveals Strengthening Jewish Identity Among Secular Israelis Amid Growing Discontent with Ultra-Orthodox Communities
JPPI Israeli Society Index

JPPI POLL: US Jews see Harris as less “pro-Israel” than Biden

Newly published data from the Jewish People Policy Institute’s (JPPI) monthly "Voice of the Jewish People Index” shows that the leading candidate to replace President Biden as the Democratic Party nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, is considered to be significantly less pro-Israel by American Jews compared to the incumbent.
JPPI Israeli Society Index

JPPI Israeli Society Index July 2024: Israelis exhibit dramatic decline in public trust in IDF leadership

The latest Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) Israeli Society Index for July 2024 indicates a significant drop in public trust in the top command of the IDF, alongside increasing concern over the security situation.
JPPI Israeli Society Index

Over 80% of American Jews reject US arms suspensions, identify as Zionist

80% of American Jews opposed the suspension of arms shipments to Israel as a diplomatic pressure tool, according to a recent study by the Jewish People Policy Institute.
JPPI Israeli Society Index

JPPI Survey shows: Most Israelis believe Biden deal as good as it gets

As White House Envoy visits region, growing Israeli support for strike against Hezbollah, support for Biden peace plan
JPPI Israeli Society Index

US Jews more optimistic about the future of Israel than the United States of America

JPPI President, Yedidia Stern, commented on the findings, “This survey provides a valuable snapshot of the evolving attitudes within the American Jewish community regarding the Gaza war and its broader implications. Understanding these perspectives is crucial for shaping policies and fostering stronger ties between US Jews and Israel.
JPPI Israeli Society Index

Israeli Society Index May 2024: Drop in National Optimism

Israeli Society Index May 2024: As country marks 76th Independence Day under the shadow of war, JPPI poll notes drop in national optimism
JPPI Israeli Society Index